Overhead Lines Engineer

Job Description

Design the infrastructure that powers communities. WSP Africa's Power & Energy team is looking for an accomplished Senior Overhead Lines Design Engineer to deliver high-quality transmission line solutions across South Africa and international markets. This is an opportunity to lead technically complex projects, work with multidisciplinary specialists and help shape resilient energy infrastructure.

• Lead tower spotting and line profiling for 132 kV to 765 kV overhead line projects using PLS-CADD and the wider PLS Suite.
• Deliver FEED, conceptual, detailed and execution-ready design packages.
• Prepare and review line profiles, stringing charts, plan-and-profile drawings, tower schedules and construction inputs.
• Optimise line routes and tower configurations for safety, cost, constructability and environmental performance.
• Integrate survey, LiDAR, DEM and topographical data into design models.
• Apply Eskom requirements and relevant South African and international OHL standards.
• Provide technical input to tenders, proposals, client workshops and multidisciplinary design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while strengthening quality and technical delivery across the team.

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• At least three years' overhead lines design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in PLS-CADD; experience with PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER is strongly preferred.
• Sound knowledge of conductor selection, sag-tension calculations, wind loading, clearances, insulation and related OHL studies.
• Experience applying standards such as SANS 10280, IEC 60826, EN 50341 and relevant Eskom requirements.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng, or registration as a candidate, is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, communication, client-engagement and technical leadership skills.
• Availability for local and international travel when required.

You'll join a collaborative, future-focused team with access to local and international projects, opportunities to expand your technical influence and a culture that values its people, reputation, inclusion and accountability.