Job Description

Our client, a leading consulting engineering firm in Johannesburg, is seeking a talented professional to join their dynamic team in the role of an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Systems Studies
Requirements:

• Design of transmission and distribution switching stations and substations (11 kV to 500 kV).
• Substation Primary Plant design
• Earthing design using CDEGS.
• Lighting design using Relux and Dialux (including 3D model development in CAD for import).
• Lightning Protection design using CDEGS and Electro Geometric Modelling (3D modelling in SES Shield).
• EMF calculations and modelling in CDEGS.
• Corona, Noise, and RFI calculations using EPRI methods and CDEGS modelling.
• Short Circuit Forces calculations using international standards (MathCAD experience is an advantage).
• Compilation of Bills of Materials (BOMs), reports, and engineering calculations.
• Development of Primary Plant Equipment technical specifications and schedules.
• Supervision and leadership of small teams, including Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, and Graduates.
• Guidance and mentorship for Technicians and Graduate Engineers in relevant software applications.
• Reviewing and assessing the work of team members to ensure quality and accuracy.

Educational Requirements:

• BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering (Preference for specialization in Power Systems Studies).

• Professional Registration with ECSA (Essential).

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of practical experience in the electrical/consulting industry, including the mining industry.
• At least 3 years' experience in Power System Studies (PowerFactory, ETAP, CDEGS).
• Strong understanding of substation equipment, structures, busbars, cables, and conductors (up to 500 kV).
• Basic renewable energy design experience.
• LV and Secondary Plant experience (Advantageous).
• Overhead line design experience in PLS-CADD (Advantageous).
• Project management skills, including proficiency in MS Projects.
• Proficiency in EMT simulation and network simulation software (PowerFactory, ETAP, PSSE, PSCAD).
• Experience in conducting various power system studies, including:

• Grid Code Compliance
• Grid Impact Studies
• Transmission Planning Studies
• Insulation Coordination
• Switching Studies
• Power Quality Studies
• EMTP, Transient & Dynamic Performance Studies
• Small Signal Analysis & Forensic Studies

Contact RPO Recruitment for our next career opportunity.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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