Description
WSP in Africa is growing its Power & Energy team and is looking for Substation Primary Plant Design Engineers and Technologists at Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Levels.
You will contribute to transmission, distribution and renewable-energy grid connection projects across Africa and international markets, working on LV, MV, HV and EHV systems up to 765 kV.
Responsibilities
- Develop substation layouts, single-line diagrams, sections, equipment arrangements, earthing, lighting and lightning protection designs.
- Complete design calculations and studies covering clearances, busbars, equipment ratings, insulation coordination and earthing.
- Prepare specifications, reports, schedules, bills of quantities and tender documentation.
- Review supplier and contractor designs and support construction, testing and commissioning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary and global teams on utility, IPP, Solar PV, Wind and BESS projects.
Requirements
- BSc, BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
- Relevant substation primary plant design experience
- ECSA Professional or Candidate registration, as appropriate to your career level.
- Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, SANS, NRS, Eskom or comparable utility standards.
- Experience in transmission, distribution, grid connection or utility-scale renewable-energy projects.
Benefits
No benefits mentioned.