Transmission and Protection Engineer

Johannesburg FULL TIME R62,500 - R100,000 / Month
(R750,000 - R1,200,000 / Year)

Job Description

The Transmission and Protection Engineer will be responsible for the design, testing, and maintenance of transmission and protection systems across various ambitious projects. Collaborating with an engaged team of skilled engineers and technicians, this role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability and safety of power systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations of protection systems to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts for power system failures.
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives for system design and performance.
  • Train junior engineers and technicians in best practices and safety protocols.
  • Report on project progress and performance metrics to management.
  • Analyze power system data to identify trends and propose optimizations.
  • Evaluate new technologies for potential implementation within the company.

Requirements

Education
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Experience
  • Experience in renewable energy projects is advantageous.
Technical Skills
  • HVDC systems
  • Power system modeling software
Soft Skills
  • Project management skills
  • Customer service orientation
Certifications
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Ability to travel to project sites: Willingness to travel for project assessments and implementations.
  • Multi-disciplinary teamwork experience: Experience working collaboratively with varied engineering disciplines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Performance bonuses
  • Flexible work hours
  • Supportive work environment

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Our teams work collaboratively, sharing knowledge and supporting one another.
  • Work-Life Balance: We encourage a healthy work-life balance to promote wellbeing.
  • Community Engagement: We actively engage within the community and support local initiatives.
Status: Closed