Senior Substation Design Engineer, Midrand

Location:

Midrand |

Contract Duration:

Permanent |

Industry:

Engineering Consulting (Transmission&Distribution)

The Role Our client, a premier global consulting firm, is seeking a professionally registered Senior Substation Design Engineer to lead transmission and distribution projects across Southern Africa and internationally.

This role requires a high‑calibre engineer capable of spearheading the preliminary, conceptual, and detailed design of substations ranging from 400 V LV up to 500 kV AC. You will operate as a vital technical lead, balancing individual design delivery and project management with the mentoring of junior engineers and directstakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering&Design Delivery:

Prepare and review conceptual and detailed engineering drawings for all substation configurations, including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), general arrangements, bay layouts, earthing layouts, busbar arrangements, and lightning protection drawings.

Calculations&Technical Analysis:

Perform load flow, short circuit, and protection coordination studies, including the modelling of earth mats using proprietary software like CDEGS.

Specifications&Procurement:

Select appropriate substation equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, instrument transformers) and compile comprehensive technical documentation, data sheets, bills of materials, and tender packs.

Contractor Design Reviews:

Act as the technical authority to review contractor‑submitted designs against rigid client specifications and international benchmarks.

Construction&Commissioning Support:

Provide on‑site engineering support during construction phases, address technical queries, conduct factory inspections, and witness equipment testing.

Proposal&Financial Support:

Prepare project scopes, execution methodologies, schedules, and budgets for incoming consultancy service proposals.

Experience&Technical Qualifications

Minimum of 6 years dedicated engineering experience strictly within distribution and transmission substation design.

Extensive experience leading design teams through the full life cycle of substations (400 V LV up to 500 kV AC essential; experience with 765 kV AC/DC highly beneficial).

Deep familiarity with Eskom design standards, best practices, and international codes (IEC, IEEE, SANS).

Proficiency with CAD design software required; experience with system studies, secondary plant design, and CDEGS modelling software highly advantageous.

Must possess a valid driver’s licence and own transport for occasional local and international site travel.

Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree (BSc or BEng) in Electrical Engineering from an internationally recognised institution.

Professional Registration (Pr.Eng) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

or an equivalent internationally recognised professional body (non‑negotiable).

What is on Offer?

Market‑related Cost to Company (CTC) package commensurate with senior experience and ECSA registration.

Permanent career path within a globally recognised engineering brand that actively prioritises diversity and professional equity.

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible (notice periods will be fully respected).

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