Senior Electrical Engineer; Water

The Opportunity

Our South Africa team is currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer on water projects to join our dynamic team working on innovative and exciting infrastructure projects in South Africa and globally.

• Provide technical input for substation construction, refurbishment and upgrades.
• Conduct electrical distribution studies and design HV/LV electrical power systems, control systems, SCADA and telemetry.
• Offer support and training to junior staff and team members.
• Participate in or lead studies for project planning and contract documentation.
• Contribute to the development of sub‑consultancy agreements.
• Attend client and multi‑disciplinary meetings.
• Visit project sites and provide specialist advice and support to colleagues.

• Electrical engineering tertiary qualification;
  Professional registration with ECSA (or willing to pursue).
• Experience in a professional electrical design engineering capacity within a consulting environment or closely working with a consultancy.
• Understanding and experience with SANS 10142‑1, national and international standards.
• Experience producing and interpreting complex or detailed design drawings and documentation.
• Specialist knowledge in at least one area of electrical engineering; past roles where electrical design was a key attribute.
• Knowledge of relevant design tools, techniques and related methods, e.g. IT systems, Trimble; competence with design software and standard products.

At Arup, we care about each member’s success. Core benefits include a competitive guaranteed annual salary, medical aid and hospital gap cover, provident fund for retirement, life insurance and income protection in case of disability. We offer learning opportunities through Arup University and other programmes, and access to a community engagement programme to improve lives in the communities we serve.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), disability, neurotype, mental health, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation, socio‑economic background or family status. We create an inclusive culture and support employee networks for race, ethnicity, gender equity, LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion.

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