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Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: Market related
Lead the way in shaping South Africa’s renewable energy grid!
Is this you?
You’re a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with 7-10 years of experience in grid infrastructure, high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) systems, and renewable energy projects. You have a deep understanding of grid codes, substation design, and utility regulations, making you a trusted expert in your field. You’re comfortable leading technical discussions, liaising with utilities, and ensuring seamless integration of renewable power plants into the grid. Problem-solving is your forte, and you thrive in both independent and collaborative environments.
What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for all electrical engineering aspects related to grid connections, working on large-scale solar PV, wind, and battery storage projects. You’ll lead grid compliance studies, substation design, feasibility analyses, and technical evaluations for project development. You’ll engage with utilities, consultants, and internal teams, ensuring projects meet grid code requirements and are optimally designed for integration. Your expertise will be critical in overseeing SCADA and RTU interface designs, protection coordination, power factor control, transient analysis, and grounding strategies. You’ll also contribute to contract reviews, tender processes, and strategic grid connection solutions to support the company’s ambitious growth in the renewables sector.
Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a globally recognised leader in renewable energy, specialising in solar, wind, and hybrid solutions. With a proven track record of installing over 400MW in South Africa and 5.5GW internationally, they are at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions. Their collaborative and innovation-driven culture provides the perfect environment for a senior professional looking to make a significant impact in the energy transition. You’ll work in a hybrid environment that values technical excellence, problem-solving, and professional growth.
What you’ll need
A degree in Electrical Engineering (BTech, BSc, or BEng) with 4 years of experience at a Renewable Energy EPC company or 5 years IPP / consulting in a technical role or 6 years general HV/MV experience preferably within the renewable energy, IPP, EPC, or consulting sectors. You should have in-depth knowledge of grid codes, compliance processes, substation design, load flow studies, short circuit analysis, and protection coordination. Experience in liaising with utilities, managing permitting processes, and leading complex grid connection projects is essential. Strong communication skills, decision-making ability, and a results-driven approach will set you apart.
What you’ll get
Along with this opportunity to lead game-changing renewable energy projects and make a lasting impact in the industry, you’ll receive a competitive market-related salary, performance-based bonus, and pension/medical aid contributions. You’ll work in a hybrid setup within an international, ISO 9001:2015-certified organisation that fosters growth, collaboration, and global exposure.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Roxanne Battistoni on (021) 035 1433 or send your CV to r.battistoni@thetalentexperts.co.za
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