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Job summary
A leading renewable energy firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide design oversight and technical assurance for renewable energy projects. The role entails preparing electrical designs, overseeing bid deliverables, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and grid codes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly in renewable energy projects, and a strong knowledge of South African Grid Code. Proficiency in power system software and AutoCAD is essential.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years’ experience with a BSc/BEng or 4 years with a National Diploma in electrical engineering.
- At least 3 years’ experience on renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare electrical designs, drawings, and cost estimates.
- Compile electrical cost inputs for financial models.
- Produce electrical bid deliverables for tenders.
- Liaise with external electrical engineering consultants.
- Oversee and support site acceptance testing.
Skills
Education
The Electrical Engineer works in collaboration with the Lead Electrical Engineer to provide technical assurance, design oversight, and execution support across renewable energy projects. The role spans development, transaction, construction, and commissioning phases, ensuring electrical designs and installations meet client requirements, grid compliance, safety standards, and project timelines.
- Prepare electrical designs, drawings, and cost estimates during development and transaction phases
- Compile electrical cost inputs for financial models and bid submissions
- Produce electrical bid deliverables for tenders and project submissions
- Compile and review RFP / RFQ documentation, including drawings, specifications, and returnable schedules
- Evaluate tender returnables and support contractor selection
- Review detailed AFC electrical designs prepared by consultants and contractors
- Liaise with external electrical engineering consultants and contractors
- Support electrical site supervisors and construction managers during construction
- Oversee and support site acceptance testing and commissioning activities
- Ensure compliance with client requirements, safety regulations, and grid codes
- Identify electrical technical risks and implement mitigation measures
- Provide ongoing technical assurance across all project phases
- Work collaboratively with Development, Transactions, ESG, and Asset Management teams to support financial close and COD delivery
Qualifications & Experience
- BSc Electrical Engineering / BEng (Electrical) or National Diploma (Electrical Engineering)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience (BSc/BEng) or 4 years’ experience (NDip) in electrical engineering
- Minimum 3 years’ experience on renewable energy projects
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Short-circuit, load-flow, cable sizing, and grounding grid calculations (IEEE 80)
- Experience with power system software such as ETAP, DIgSILENT, NEPLAN, INTEGRA, or similar
- Strong understanding of renewable energy generation and grid interaction
- Understanding of transmission, distribution, and grid connection works
- Knowledge of the South African Grid Code
- Experience with quality control and technical assurance processes
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
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