Transmission Substation Technical Lead

11 hours ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Assegai Recruitment Full time

As a Transmission Substation Technical Lead at Assegai Recruitment, you will have the opportunity to provide specialist advice and services to clients in the energy sector.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Electrical Engineer to join our consultancy team in Cape Town. As a Transmission Substation Technical Lead, you will be responsible for delivering technical expertise on various projects, working closely with clients and project managers to ensure successful project outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design and delivery of EHV and HV substations, primary or secondary plant, as well as skills in analysis of these networks for AIS and GIS substations. You will also have hands-on experience with substation design software such as CDEGS and be able to conduct lightning protection studies.

In this role, you will work on a wide range of transmission projects across various sectors, including energy, rail, nuclear, building, and utilities. Your responsibilities will include providing technical advice and guidance to clients, leading project tasks, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Professional registration with ECSA (preferably)
  • Strong technical knowledge of EHV and HV substations, primary or secondary plant, and network analysis
  • Experience with substation design software such as CDEGS
  • Ability to conduct lightning protection studies
  • Strong client management and project leadership skills
Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package for this role, estimated to be around R1 200 000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to your salary, you will also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, pension fund, and annual leave.

Why Join Us?

At Assegai Recruitment, we pride ourselves on our reputation for excellence and our commitment to delivering high-quality results for our clients. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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