High Voltage Electrical Engineer – Consulting Industry Full Time

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable and well established multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm in South Africa is currently on the lookout for a hardworking and committed High Voltage Electrical Engineer for their successful team in Johannesburg.  

Responsibilities:

• Detailed Electrical Engineering of MV and HV (132kV, 275kV and 400kV substations) including the development and checking of:
  • Prefeasibility studies.
  • Feasibility studies.
  • Tender design. (prelim & detail design)
  • Manufacturing, installation and commissioning witnessing.
  • Load lists, Single line diagrams, Network diagrams.
  • Electrical schematic diagrams & Diversification and load factors.
  • Electrical network design & Fault level calculations.
  • Knowledge of substation protection schemes (MV and HV).
  • Knowledge of protection schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of protection settings.
  • Knowledge of power metering specification and interface to substation Energy/Building Management Systems.
  • Cable routing design & Cable sizing calculations
  • Substation AC & DC requirements, lighting calculations, modelling and layouts.
  • Substation earthing, earthing system designs & earthing layouts.
  • HV & MV equipment specifications of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution boards, Transformers, primary plant, secondary plant, power factor correction, control & power Cables, Lighting, Scada and communication systems.
  • Passive fire protection systems layouts and specification.
  • Specification of construction standards of installation.
  • Interface with energy efficiency and providing energy efficient electrical solutions.
  • Interface and familiar with quality of power supply requirements and evaluation.
  • Interface and familiar with control & protection systems requirements and evaluation regarding substations.
  • Knowledge of system studies (e.g. short circuit; load flow and protection co-ordination).
  • Utilize vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design.
  • Participate and perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.
  • Develop and check equipment purchase specification and develop RFQ’s (e.g. MV and HV substations, OHL, power transformers, Power factor Correction & related equipment in substations.
  • Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts.
  • Develop tender documentation, adjudicate tenders, provide re-measurement of works and approve contract claims.
  • Prepare project scheduling and planning, developing basic Bar charts for Electrical Engineering input to project management team.
  • Manage progress and quality control activities for equipment manufacture.
  • Conduct vendor inspections and factory acceptance testing of equipment.
  • Manage HV & MV switchgear and specialist equipment contractors.
  • Provide field engineering support to construction and commissioning teams.
  • Project hand over and close out documentation.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Requirements:

• BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering
• Pr Eng/Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA
• Minimum of 8-10 years’ post-graduate experience, multi-disciplinary experienced gained from client, consultant and/or contractor perspective.
• Professional Registration with relevant Project Management bodies (ECSA, SACPCMP and/or PMI)
• Solid fundamental knowledge and experience in the application of the methodologies and processes as described in PMBOK.
• Previous track record in successfully generating new business would be advantageous.
• Ability to liaise with relevant stakeholders at all levels
• Computer literacy in MS Office and MS Projects at an advanced level
• Sound electrical engineering knowledge and experience in MV and HV (132kV, 275kV and 400kV substations.) environment.
• An intimate knowledge of local and international standards and codes.
• Be able to develop engineering documentation from first principles.
• Be able to work within a disciplined engineering environment.
• Conversant with DIgSILENT (or other equivalent package) electrical power systems modelling and analysis software would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of overhead power line design (using PLS-CADD software) and construction will be advantageous.
• An intimate working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access and Microsoft Project. (Advantage will be knowledge of Auto CAD and/or MicroStation CAD programs)
• Experience with Eskom and local Municipalities processes and systems would be advantageous
• Be well acquainted with local equipment, manufacturers, suppliers and installation contractors.
• A thorough knowledge of the OHS Act, pertinent SANS and IEC codes and standards and industry practices.
• Good communication and people management skills for effective interface with other engineering disciplines, the client and contractors.
• The ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
• Must be a team player at all times and lead / support the team with integrity and respect
• An awareness and appreciation for health, safety and environmental issues.
• Strong project management skills (PMBOK)
• Leadership skills, motivated and disciplined.
• Flexible approach and multi-tasking abilities.
• Problem solver and innovator

Benefits:

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications

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• 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 (021 180 0776) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: Engineers@rpo-recruit.za.com