Pretoria: Senior Protection Engineer posted by iOCO Digital Pty Lty

April 20, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

iOCO Digital Pty Lty

Gauteng

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Protection Engineer to join our team at iOCO Digital Pty Lty. This role requires in-depth knowledge of feeder, transformer, bus bar, capacitor bank schemes, as well as protection settings and load flow studies. The candidate must demonstrate excellent problem-solving, technical reporting, leadership, and project management skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Good understanding of engineering principles.
Technical knowledge of GE protection devices.
Proficiency in Engineering design software: AutoCAD, ZWCAD, Microstation.
Ability to analyse complex problems, interpret operational needs and develop integrated solutions.
Strong technical report writing skills.
Ability to manage and interact with subcontractors and suppliers.
Computer literacy with good working knowledge of relevant OEM product software and power systems simulation packages: DigSilent Powerfactory, Matlab Simulink, PowerSim.
Ability to adapt and learn reasonably fast.
Ability to effectively communicate with team members and customers.
Excellent understanding and interpretation of project specifications, drawings, single line diagrams and data sheets.
Excellent knowledge of electrical network load flow and fault levels study.
Excellent knowledge of protection settings discrimination study.
Basic knowledge of tele control systems – SCADA.
Leadership and management skills.
Discuss and clarify the clients needs and determine the feasibility of the solution
Prepare detailed design of approved solutions for the client and ensure the effective development thereof
Design and engineering of complete cost effective protection scheme solution for the client
Ensure all specifications and other information is gathered from the client, in order to provide the project manager with relevant information to prepare the project plan for efficient implementation.
Commission of protection and Control schemes
Provide post project system support for the client as and when required

Requirements

Function related experience: 5-8 years experience with substation protection and control including execution of projects
Engineering Principles.
Technical knowledge in GE protection devices.

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Qualifications

Post graduate qualification in Electrical Engineering
Pr.Eng registration (advantageous)
Business Administration related course
Project Management related course

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