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Senior Electrical Engineer

Job in Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for: Assegai Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with experience in water sector projects to join their Water Engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering innovative infrastructure projects across South Africa and internationally.

The position can be based in Durban, Johannesburg, or Cape Town.

Requirements:
  • BSc / BEng. or BTech in Electrical Engineering degree
  • Professional registration with ECSA (or other appropriate institution)
  • Experience in a professional Electrical design engineering capacity either within a consulting environment or working closely with a consultancy, Understanding and experience of the SANS 10142-1, national and international standards
  • Understanding and experience of producing and interpreting complex or detailed design drawings and documentation.
  • Specialist knowledge: either developing or developed within at least one specialist area of Electrical engineering.
  • Experience of working in roles where knowledge of Electrical engineering and in particular, design, was a key attribute.
  • Knowledge of relevant design tools, techniques and related methods e.g. IT systems, Trimble etc. Competent with design software as well as other standard products.
Job Description:
  • Provide technical input for substation construction, refurbishment, and upgrades.
  • Conduct electrical distribution studies and design HV/LV electrical power systems, control systems, SCADA, and telemetry.
  • Offer support and training to junior staff and the wider team.
  • Participate in or lead studies for project planning and contract documentation.
  • Contribute to the development of sub-consultancy agreements.
  • Attend client and multi-disciplinary meetings.
  • Visit project sites and provide specialist advice and support to colleagues.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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