Senior Electrical​/ CI Engineer

Key Roles and Responsibilities
1. Project Design & Engineering

• Lead and contribute to the design and technical delivery of electrical engineering projects.
• Develop concept and detailed designs, specifications, drawings, and contract documentation.
• Take professional responsibility and sign off engineering designs in accordance with ECSA requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
• Conduct testing, commissioning, inspections, and provide construction support.

• Design and analyse:
  • Medium and Low Voltage (MV/LV) power distribution systems (33kV to 400V)
  • Substations, transformers, switch gear, and protection systems
  • Load flow studies, fault level calculations, and power quality assessments
  • Network reliability and optimisation solutions

• Design and manage Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) systems.
• Develop and integrate:
  • PLC-based automation systems
  • SCADA systems
  • Telemetry networks
  • Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
  • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
  • Process control and monitoring systems

• Design, evaluate, commission and optimise:
  • Solar PV systems
  • Wind energy systems
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Hybrid energy solutions
• Support grid integration and energy management systems.

• Manage medium to large-scale engineering projects.
• Prepare budgets, proposals, schedules, estimates, and tender documentation.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Manage project risks, scope changes, and stakeholder expectations.
• Participate in tender evaluations and contractor appointments.

• Attend tender briefings and contribute to tender submissions.
• Assist with pricing and preparation of technical proposals.
• Support marketing initiatives and help secure new clients and projects.
• Maintain and grow client relationships.

• Provide technical guidance and supervision to engineering teams.
• Mentor and coach candidate engineers and technologists.
• Participate in technical reviews and development of engineering standards.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution.

• Pr.Eng registration preferred (ECSA).
• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience preferred.

• 10 or more years of relevant post-degree experience.
• Strong experience in:
  • Electrical infrastructure projects
  • Municipal and industrial power systems
  • Water and wastewater treatment facilities
  • Renewable energy systems
  • Project management and contract administration

• Electrical power system design and analysis.
• MV/LV reticulation and distribution systems.
• Protection and control systems.
• Renewable energy and grid integration.
• EC&I systems, automation, and SCADA.
• Testing, commissioning, and inspections.
• Engineering design and documentation.

Essential:

• AutoCAD
• Autodesk software suite
• Retic Master
• Helioscope or similar Solar PV design software
• MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)

Advantageous:

• REVIT
• MS Project

• South African engineering standards and legislation.
• SANS 10142 (Electrical Installations).
• SANS 10400-XA (Energy Efficiency Requirements).
• ECSA regulations and professional practice standards.

• Financial and budget management.
• Tender preparation and evaluation.
• Contract administration.
• Risk management.
• Quality management and compliance.
• Health and Safety compliance.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Problem-solving and sound engineering judgement.
• Client-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.