Senior Electrical Engineer

2 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Arup Full time

Senior Electrical Engineer (Water) Join to apply for the Senior Electrical Engineer (Water) role at Arup Overview Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is an independent multi-disciplinary firm of Designers, Planners, Engineers, Consultants and Technical Specialists, working across every aspect of today’s-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges – turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. Opportunity 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. Role 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. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications 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. Contact Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at - Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email. What We Offer You At Arup , we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Beyond a competitive guaranteed annual salary package, core benefits include medical aid and hospital gap cover; as well as provident fund covering retirement savings, life insurance and income protection in the event of disability. Core benefits form part of your guaranteed annual package. Different People, Shared Values – we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive culture grounded in our purpose to shape a better world. Our Application Process: Visit Arup Recruitment Process for more details. Closing Date: 17 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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