South Africa: Electrical Design Engineer (MV/LV)

Overview The Electrical Design Engineer (MV/LV) will provide technical oversight, review, and approval of medium- and low-voltage electrical designs for utility-scale Solar PV projects. This role ensures compliance with standards, accuracy of design documentation, and support for commissioning activities. One engineer will be assigned per site . Key Responsibilities Electrical Design Review & Validation Review AC and DC electrical systems, inverters, strings, cabling layouts, and connection schemes. Validate Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), protection schemes, thermal ratings, and compliance with NRS and IEC standards . Ensure electrical designs are safe, efficient, and constructible. FAT & BOM Oversight Review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) documentation for electrical components. Verify Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy and completeness. Support EPC teams in resolving design and documentation queries. Collaboration & Coordination Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and HV/utility engineers to ensure integrated design solutions. Provide technical guidance to EPC teams during construction and commissioning. Participate in design review meetings and maintain technical records of approvals. Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate records of reviewed drawings, calculations, and approvals. Ensure all designs and documents meet client specifications, internal QA/QC standards, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications & Experience Minimum Requirements BSc / BTech in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current / Power Systems preferred). Approximately 10 years experience in electrical design for MV/LV systems in infrastructure or renewable energy projects. Proven experience with inverters, AC/DC design, string layouts, cabling, protection, and standards compliance. Proficiency in CAD, electrical design software, and load/thermal calculations. Preferred Skills & Attributes Knowledge of Solar PV electrical systems, protection coordination, and LV/MV integration. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. Ability to work independently on site and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Familiarity with FAT processes, BOM validation, and quality control procedures.