Electrical Site Engineer- Pv

Electrical Site Engineer- PV
Northern Cape – De Aar
Electrical Site Engineer- PV
PURPOSE
To oversee and manage the electrical infrastructure within the substation, including the interconnection with the PV system, to ensure the safe and reliable distribution of electrical power.
RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Develop detailed electrical designs and specifications for the substation, including switchgear, transformers, and interconnection equipment, adhering to industry standards and local regulations.
·         Enforce electrical safety protocols and standards to protect workers during construction and ensure the safety of the substation.
·         Implement quality control measures to ensure that the electrical infrastructure within the substation is constructed correctly and operates as designed.
·         Supervise the installation of electrical wiring, connections, and control systems necessary for the substation, ensuring proper sizing, grounding, and load distribution.
·         Oversee the procurement of electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and control systems.
·         Coordinate the testing and commissioning of substation equipment and systems to verify their proper functionality, including protection schemes and control systems.
·         Develop and implement protection schemes for the substation, including fault detection and isolation to safeguard the PV system and the electrical grid.
·         Maintain comprehensive records of electrical documentation, including drawings, technical reports, as-built drawings, and equipment manuals.
INTERNAL / EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
·         Internally with Project, Construction, HSSE, Quality Team Etc.
·         Externally with Client, Regulatory Authorities, Subcontractor and Suppliers etc.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
·         Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
·         5 years of Experience with substation primary plant
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / FEATURES
·         Knowledge of safety protocols specific to electrical systems
·         Familiarity with national and local Eskom electrical codes and standards
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