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Electrical Engineering Technologist (Substations)

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Bloemfontein, Free State

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

R61 250 – R82 250/month

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Job Description

From MV switchgear to PLCs, this water treatment utility in Bloemfontein needs a sharp electrical engineer. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Location: Bloemfontein, Free State. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What you'll actually do

Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning

You'll need

Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations

Extra points for

Renewable energy project experience above 1 MW
Government Certificate of Competency (Electrical, Factories or Mines)

What you get

Flexible hours on design days
Paid professional registration and training
Clear path to associate or senior engineer

Applying, step by step

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: academic record showing your electrical subjects plus ID copy, certified within three months.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Bloemfontein.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Name the software you use for power system studies and lighting design. Consultants screen for exact tools.
If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.