We are seeking to receive expressions of interest from those who would like the opportunity to join our teams, promoting the growth of the Arup Energy Business. With our Energy offices based in Johannesburg and Cape Town you will join teams of professionals with diverse industry knowledge. There are exciting opportunities to work on projects locally and internationally.

We would like to speak to people at all levels, who have experience in any of the following areas.


Renewable Energy Engineers (Wind and or Solar)
Senior Renewable Energy Engineers (Wind and or Solar)
Transmission Substation Engineers – Primary or Secondary Plant (132kV to 400kV or 765kV)
Senior Transmission Substation Engineers - Primary or Secondary Plant (132kV to 400kV or 765kV)
Transmission Overhead Line Engineers (132kV to 400kV or 765kV)
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.


Is this role right for you?

We'd love to hear from you if you have:


BSc or BEng in Electrical Engineering or similar.  Professionally registered requirement with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) for Senior applications.


Renewable Energy Skills:


 Recognisable knowledge relevant in the energy sector with specific exposure to renewable energy
 Experience with detailed design of energy systems and Owner’s Engineer experience will be advantageous


Transmission Skills:


Background in the design and delivery of EHV and HV (765kV or 400kV - 132kV) Substations, Primary or Secondary Plant along with skills in analysis of these networks for AIS and GIS substations.
Experience in Client/project management in the capacity of a technical lead on project required for senior applicants 
Hands-on knowledge of substation design software such as: CDEGS and others
Ability to conduct lightning protection studies
Background in the design and delivery of EHV and HV (765kV or 400kV - 132kV) Transmission Overhead Lines along with skills in analysis 
Experience in Client/project management in the capacity of a technical lead on project tasks required for senior applicants 
Hands-on knowledge of overhead line software such as: PLSCAD and others