Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The electrical consulting engineering firm in Bellville needs you to make it so. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

This post is Bellville-based, with most of your time spent at an electrical consulting engineering firm. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
• Size cables, transformers and protection using design software
• Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
• Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
• Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
• Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
• Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion

• BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
• Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
• Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
• Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
• At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
• Able to write clear technical reports and specifications

• PLC programming certification
• Government Certificate of Competency (Electrical, Factories or Mines)

• Flexible hours on design days
• Clear path to associate or senior engineer
• Paid professional registration and training
• Vehicle allowance for site work

• Name the software you use for power system studies and lighting design. Consultants screen for exact tools.
• List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.