Lead Electrical Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES026204/KSE

Date posted:

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A leading engineering and renewable energy environment is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to drive the design, execution, and delivery of utility-scale and commercial solar projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM environment and is passionate about renewable energy innovation.

POSITION INFO:

Lead electrical engineering activities across solar PV and BESS projects
Manage project electrical design from feasibility through to commissioning
Oversee LV/MV design, protection systems, substations, and grid integration
Review and approve single line diagrams, layouts, cable schedules, and technical documentation
Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, contractors, and utilities
Ensure compliance with applicable South African and international standards
Support procurement processes and technical evaluations of electrical equipment
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers
Participate in FATs, site inspections, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities
Assist with project planning, risk management, and technical reporting

Minimum Requirements

BEng / BSc / BTech in Electrical Engineering
Professional registration advantageous (PrEng / PrTech)
7+ years’ experience in electrical engineering within renewable energy, EPC, or infrastructure projects
Strong experience in solar PV plant design and grid-connected systems
Knowledge of substations, MV reticulation, protection schemes, and NRS/SANS standards
Experience with ETAP, DIgSILENT, AutoCAD, or similar engineering software
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Advantageous Experience

Utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects
Eskom or municipal grid connection processes
Renewable energy project commissioning
Exposure to international engineering standards and projects across Africa

Apply now!

For more engineering jobs, please visit
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information contact:
Kagiso Sebalo
Senior Recruitment Consultant

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Lead Electrical Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
A leading engineering and renewable energy environment is seeking an experienced lead electrical engineer to drive the design, execution, and delivery of utility-scale and commercial solar projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong professional who thrives in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM environment and is passionate about renewable energy innovation.
1 day ago

Lead Electrical Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Are you a lead electrical engineer with strong experience in complex design environments and a passion for driving engineering excellence? This role offers the opportunity to lead high-performing teams, deliver robust electrical design solutions, and enhance project outcomes within a technically advanced engineering environment.
7 days ago

Electrical / Mechatronic Engineer (Lead- 10y +exp))
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Neg
Cape Town-based company with International offices. Our client is looking for a lead engineer to manage a team of electrical/mechatronic design engineers whilst assisting with product design. electrical/Mechatronic engineer with more than 10 Years experience. Must have a passion to stay involved in the design field.
28 days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Are you a senior mechanical engineer with a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership ability, and practical experience within the mechanical engineering sector. Then this is the perfect opportunity for you to take lead and build a better tomorrow for the world.
24 days ago

Quantity Surveyor
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Quantity Surveyor (electrical Industry Exp.)Our Client an established electrical Contractor in the Cape Town area, is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with sound knowledge of the electrical Construction /Contracting environment.
29 days ago

The Procurement Engineer
Location: Capetown
Salary: Market-related
The Procurement engineer is responsible for managing the technical and commercial aspects of procurement activities across the client’s water and wastewater treatment projects.
32 days ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 2 200 000 Annually
Are you a seasoned Mechanical engineer prepared to step into a principal-level leadership role on complex industrial projects? If you have the confidence to sign off on designs, mentor and direct engineering teams, and uphold technical excellence across all deliverables, this opportunity could be the right fit for you.
51 days ago

Lead Process Engineer (Bsc/BEng. Chemical)
Location: Capetown
Salary: market related
The lead Process engineer exists to serve as the primary technical authority and mentor within the process engineering department.
78 days ago

Senior Project Development Engineer
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
Senior Project Development engineer vacancy in Belville, Cape Town.BEng) in electrical, Mechatronic, Mechanical, or Industrial engineering with 3â5 years of professional experience in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, focusing on system design and feasibility analysis.Exposure to wind energy project analysis and design and energy trading and wheeling projects will be beneficial.
28 days ago

electrical buyer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
electrical Buyer / Procurement Specialist WantedOhmni Recruitment is looking for an electrical Buyer / Procurement Specialist with solid experience sourcing electrical, automation and technical components.This role is for someone who knows the difference between a “quick quote” and a supplier treasure hunt with three follow-ups, two alternatives and one urgent site team breathing down ...
2 days ago