Senior Electrical Engineer HV

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer (HV) to deliver, review, and manage high‑voltage electrical engineering solutions across complex projects. The role requires strong technical leadership, hands‑on HV design and site experience, and the ability to support projects from concept through commissioning.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• BTech / BEng / BSc in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Registration with ECSA (PR.ENG) preferred.

• Proven High Voltage (HV) experience, including: HV substations, Transmission & distribution networks, HV reticulation, Switching stations and protection systems.
• Experience working on projects from design through construction and commissioning.
• Strong exposure to construction and site‑based engineering environments.
• Experience within industrial, infrastructure, energy, mining, or renewable sectors (advantageous).

• Strong knowledge of HV systems, protection, earthing, and compliance standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and work independently.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong technical documentation ability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

MAIN OBJECTIVES:

• Lead and execute HV electrical engineering design for projects involving substations, HV reticulation, transmission and distribution systems.
• Prepare, review, and approve HV designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Eskom standards, South African Grid Code, NRS, IEC, SANS, OHSA, and other applicable regulations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
• Interface with clients, contractors, Eskom, consultants, suppliers, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
• Support tender evaluations, feasibility studies, technical assessments, and cost estimates.
• Provide site engineering support, including inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Identify technical risks and implement safe, practical, and cost‑effective HV solutions.
• Ensure all work adheres to safety, quality, programme, and budget requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, engineering best practice, and innovation.