RE Electrical Engineer

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