Senior Electrical Engineer; Water

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Our South Africa team is currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer experienced on water projects to join our dynamic team working on innovative and exciting infrastructure projects in South Africa and globally.

As a key member of our team, you will provide technical support for feasibility studies, investigations, and project inputs, as well as answer technical queries and contribute to holistic solution designs. Your expert technical knowledge and integrated designs will play a crucial role in the successful and timely execution of projects. Your project input will include:

• 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.

• Electrical engineering tertiary qualification, Professional registration with ECSA (or other appropriate institution), or willing to pursue professional registration.
• 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.

We offer a competitive guaranteed annual salary package and core benefits including medical aid and hospital gap cover; provident fund covering retirement savings, life insurance and income protection in the event of disability. Core benefits form part of your guaranteed annual package. You will also have access to extensive learning opportunities and ongoing training through Arup University and other learning programmes.

Beyond the financial package, we provide an environment that encourages design with purpose, skill development, knowledge sharing, and community engagement through Arup’s community engagement programme.

At Arup we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive culture grounded in our purpose to shape a better world. We are committed to creating equitable spaces and fostering belonging for all through internal employee networks that support gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, disability inclusion, and more.

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To understand what to expect next, please visit  We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early. Closing Date: 25 January 2026.