Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution) – Immediate Start

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Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 2 hours ago
Contract Engineering Code 08
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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The solar and battery project developer in Stellenbosch needs you to make it so. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

The work is in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

What you'll actually do

  • Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning
  • Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
  • Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
  • Size cables, transformers and protection using design software
  • Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
  • Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
  • Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres

What you need

  • ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
  • Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
  • Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
  • Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
  • BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
  • At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating

Extra points for

  • Protection or HV operating authorisation
  • Renewable energy project experience above 1 MW

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Stellenbosch really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ID copy, certified within three months, ECSA registration letter plus academic record showing your electrical subjects.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Stellenbosch; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.
  • List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationStellenbosch, Western Cape
CategoryEngineering
Experience3+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted27 September 2026
Closing Date23 October 2026
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