Primary Plant Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES023131/KSE

Date posted:

Friday, October 3, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Primary Plant Design Engineer to join their engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, specification, and development of high-voltage primary plant equipment for substations and related infrastructure. You will play a key role in ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, and in line with industry standards.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Develop and review designs for primary plant systems (HV equipment, busbars, disconnectors, earthing, etc.) for substations.
Prepare layout drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
Ensure compliance with IEC/SANS standards, utility specifications, and project requirements.
Collaborate with Civil, Secondary, and Protection Engineers to integrate designs.
Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and design validations.
Support Project Managers with technical input during tendering and project execution.
Provide technical guidance to Junior Engineers and Drafters.
Liaise with clients, utilities, and suppliers to ensure that the design intent is achieved.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in substation primary plant design (HV/MV).
Strong knowledge of HV equipment and substation layout design.
Proficiency in AutoCAD / MicroStation (or similar design tools).
Familiarity with local utility standards and IEC/SANS regulations.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills.
ECSA registration (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng) or eligibility is advantageous.

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For more information contact:
Kagiso Sebalo
Recruitment Consultant

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