Utility Project Engineer - Developer - Irene, Gauteng

Utility Project Engineer – Developer – Irene, Gauteng

28 May 2026

Country:

South Africa

Company:

Utility Scale

Experience:

8+

The Utility Project Engineer will provide engineering leadership and technical coordination to the Project Development team by managing development-phase technical matters, assisting with the appointment of Design Consultants, Owners Engineer, EPC, and other Contractors/Consultants, overseeing Design Consultants and Owners Engineer, and interfacing with Eskom and other stakeholders, with continuity into construction.

The Utility Project Engineer will report directly to the Head of Engineering.

• Own and manage all technical matters during the development phase, with primary focus on grid-related works and Eskom engagement.
• Lead and coordinate Design Consultants, ensuring alignment, quality of deliverables, and effective interface management.
• Represent the company in technical engagements with Eskom, Design Consultants, Owner’s Engineers, and other technical stakeholders, including independent attendance where required.
• Support Project Developers with technical planning, coordination, reporting, and early identification of technical risks and constraints.
• Provide technical input into scope definition, procurement, evaluation, and adjudication of Design Consultants, Owner’s Engineers, and future EPC contractors.
• Review and manage technical submissions to Eskom, ensuring quality, accuracy, and alignment with Eskom requirements and approval pathways.
• Any other job duties associated with this role.

• Transition into the construction phase as a permanent project resource, maintaining technical continuity from development through execution.
• Support construction, commissioning, and energisation activities from a technical assurance perspective.
• Act as a technical link between Engineering, EPC contractors, Owner’s Engineer, and internal stakeholders during project execution.

• 8+ years
  ’ experience in a relevant industry.
• Strong technical and project experience in grid-connected, utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Experience in utility-scale solar PV projects (development and/or construction).
• Experience with Eskom grid connection and self-build processes (application → capacity allocation → CEL → BQ).
• Familiar with Eskom submissions, review processes, timelines, and coordination to achieve BQ approval.

• Strong knowledge of HV/MV substations and primary plant (transformers, switch gear, busbars, earthing, civil interfaces).
• Good understanding of overhead line (OHL) infrastructure (routing, servitudes, foundations, structures, clearances, constructability).
• Strong communication skills; able to engage confidently with Eskom, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with structured escalation of risks and issues.
• BEng / BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering.
• ECSA PR Tech Eng or PR Eng required.
• Working knowledge of secondary plant systems (protection & control, SCADA, telecoms, metering).
• ERP / MS Dynamics experience (nice to have).

• I will be supporting utility-scale projects effectively by understanding project scope, timelines, and technical requirements.
• I will be producing accurate project documentation, reports, and tracking updates in line with team standards.
• I will be coordinating assigned tasks with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

• I will be independently managing defined components of utility projects, including timelines, documentation, and contractor coordination.
• I will be consistently delivering work on time with strong technical accuracy and attention to detail.
• I will be identifying potential project risks or delays and contributing to mitigation strategies.

• I will be taking ownership of key aspects of utility project delivery from planning through to execution support.
• I will be driving improvements in project processes, reporting, and coordination efficiency.
• I will be providing reliable technical and project support to ensure successful project outcomes and team delivery.

We are currently only considering candidates based in South Africa with valid working rights. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from outside the country at this time.