Electrical Engineer (Sandton) at Blue Label Telecoms

Description

Job Purpose

• Responsible for overseeing and managing electrical engineering projects, ensuring that designs meet industry standards and client requirements. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee Electrical engineering activities for various industrial projects in the private and government sectors to safely deliver on all company operational plans during the project execution phase.
• Engineering design in accordance with established standards and codes of practice.
• Reviewing technical documentation and defining electrical engineering requirements.
• Carrying out technical evaluations, preparation of specifications for electrical infrastructure and installations.
• Carry out feasibility and electrical power system studies.
• Attend factory acceptance tests and provide input to vendor’s test documentation.
• Manage and assist with planting electrical equipment and system installation and commissioning.
• Accountability for quality, risk management, financial performance, scope management and client satisfaction in all projects undertaken.
• Liaise with the client to ensure that the agreed designs are in accordance with the agreed requirements.
• Representation at client and professional meetings with the ability to present work and engage in technical conversation in a professional manner.

Requirements

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices
• Proficient in relevant design software and tools
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Education

• Matric
• BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering
• Professional registration as a Pr Electrical Engineer (ECSA)

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of post-registration experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in a consulting, utility, or municipal environment.

Proven experience in:

• Metering systems for Small Power Users (SPUs) and Large Power Users (LPUs)
• Revenue assurance and loss control strategies
• Metering audits and compliance assessments
• Green or alternative energy experience beneficial

Strong understanding of:

• Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
• STS (Standard Transfer Specification) and DLMS/COSEM protocols
• Municipal and ESKOM metering standards (e.g. NRS 057, SANS 474, IEC 62052/62053)
• Tariff structures and load profiling for municipalities and bulk users

Sector-Specific Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience working with or for municipalities and/or ESKOM
• Familiarity with the Municipal Systems Act and Municipal Finance Management Act as they relate to service delivery, infrastructure planning, and procurement
• Understanding of municipal credit control, service agreements, and revenue protection frameworks

Professional Affiliations & Accreditations

Active membership with:

• SARPA (South African Revenue Protection Association)
• AMEU (Association of Municipal Electricity Utilities)
• Participation in SARPA/AMEU technical committees or working groups is advantageous

Systems & Tools Proficiency

• Metering data platforms and analytics tools
• SCADA systems and GIS-based asset management
• Municipal billing systems and integration with CRM platforms

Project & Leadership Skills

• Experience leading technical teams in metering audits, compliance reviews, and municipal engagements
• Ability to interface with municipal finance, technical, and service delivery departments
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with municipal officials, ESKOM representatives, and regulatory bodies

Communication & Compliance

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory frameworks and technical standards
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites across South Africa