Job Summary
A Medium Voltage (MV) Site Engineer oversees the installation, Underground cable works, overhead line works; installations, testing, and commissioning of MV equipment (switchgears, transformers, RMUs) to ensure technical compliance, safety, and project timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Commissioning: Supervise Underground cable works, Overhead lines works, Installation, testing (Hi-pot, insulation resistance), and commissioning of MV panels, transformers, and Ring Main Units (RMUs).
Managing subcontractors - ability to correct where necessary
Daily project monitoring and reporting and preparing as-built documentation.
Reviewing design drawings and troubleshooting on-site
coordinating Materials/ Materials check & monitoring
Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Act as a technical expert to resolve on-site issues, analyze equipment failures, and provide solutions to the construction team.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure all works adhere to NEMSA, LASMIRA guidelines, IEC standards, and electrical codes.
Project Documentation: Prepare as-built drawings, inspection reports, and test documentation /Test reports
Site Supervision: Monitor progress, coordinate subcontractors
Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in Medium Voltage; (33kv & 11kv) works, equipment, protective relay testing supervision.
Qualifications & Experience
HND, B.Sc, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum of 10 years proven experience in power distribution projects.
Strong hands-on experience in LV/MV installations, transformer installation, cable jointing, overhead line works, and switchgear installation.
Demonstrated ability to supervise large technical teams.
Sound knowledge of industry standards and electrical safety regulations.