Design Engineer: Railway – Electrical
Hire Resolve
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
Posted 24 February 2026
- Closing Date 24 April 2026
Job Details
Job Description
The Design Engineer: Railway – Electrical will focus on the design and development of OHTE, Substation, Transmission line, and building services projects within the railway engineering environment.
The role involves close collaboration with multi-disciplinary project teams, project managers, and contractors to ensure construction projects meet specifications, operational safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop Electrical OHTE, Substation, Transmission line, and Building Services construction project specifications and designs based on client requirements and railway design standards.
- Collaborate with contractors and project teams to ensure engineering designs are feasible and meet project requirements.
- Use CAD, BIM, Revit, and other engineering tools to create and refine project designs, including 3D models and animations.
- Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to assess new designs and construction techniques.
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, including design reports, drawings, and specifications.
- Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and railway operational standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings.
- Lead and guide supporting staff while conducting regular project team meetings.
- Keep all stakeholders informed of project progress, planning, and milestones.
Requirements
- BSc/BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering (Certificate and transcript required).
- Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer preferred; Candidate Engineers will also be considered.
- Minimum 5 years of electrical design experience.
- Experience in Rail OHTE, Substation, and Transmission line projects preferred.
- Construction management experience.
- Strong technical background in Railway Electrical OHTE engineering.
- Knowledge of construction processes, standards, and project management.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in ACAD, BIM, Revit, and MS Office.
- Ability to work independently and lead/support junior staff.
- • Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- • Send your CV to: [email protected] or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
- • Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [email protected]
- • We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.