RE Electrical Engineer

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

lectrical Engineer Renewable Energy

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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

lectrical Engineer Renewable EnergyOverviewThe 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 p...