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Sandy Balla

Pretoria

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Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Electrical TechnicianGraduate Electrical EngineerElectrical Engineer InternElectrical Technician Intern

Work Type

VolunteerConsultingGig WorkContract WorkPart TimeFull TimeSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Pretoria, GPCape Town, WC
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

R161000/yr - R200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs

Summary

Dynamic Electrical Engineer with a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a strong background in renewable energy and power systems. Expertise includes low-voltage and medium-voltage reticulation, building services, underground cable installations, and innovative electrical design. Proven track record in supporting large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects, including green hydrogen, solar PV, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Highly skilled in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Relux, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, MATLAB, Revit, QuickField, and Microsoft Office, ensuring efficient project execution and stakeholder engagement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Technician

Synergy Electrical
05.2026 - Current
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems for 5 domestic locations, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Diagnosed electrical issues using multimeters and other diagnostic tools.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical problems.
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Conducted regular inspections of electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Graduate Electrical Engineer

SMEC
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Supported electrical design activities for 7 utility buildings and 3 infrastructure projects in South Africa and the Middle East.
  • Developed low-voltage distribution and lighting designs in accordance with NEOM and SANS standards.
  • Assisted with preparation of technical reports, design specifications, cable schedules, and bills of quantities (BOQs).
  • Supported deployment of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems and power distribution units (PDUs) for critical infrastructure applications.
  • Participated in renewable energy and green data center projects focused on improving power usage effectiveness (PUE).
  • Assisted with tender documentation, procurement support, and contract administration activities.
  • Conducted site visits, technical support activities, and project coordination with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Supported compliance, quality assurance, and technical troubleshooting activities during project execution.
  • Performed lighting design using Relux and electrical drafting using AutoCAD.
  • Contributed to LV reticulation, building services, and renewable energy system design activities.

Electrical Engineer Intern

Mahlako A Phahla Investments
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Supported technical assessments and due diligence activities for 2 renewable energy projects.
  • Assisted with techno-economic analysis, financial modelling, and energy performance evaluations.
  • Contributed to renewable energy project development and multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
  • Assisted with procurement processes, contractor coordination, and project documentation.
  • Supported regulatory compliance and project optimization activities across renewable energy initiatives.
  • Participated in energy systems modelling and simulation activities.

Electrical Technician Intern

Revive Electrical Transformers
02.2017 - 11.2018
  • Supported with installation, maintenance and resolved issues within medium-voltage and low-voltage AC/DC electrical systems for more than 20 transformers.
  • Facilitated electrical fault-finding, client callout, firmware updates, and equipment warranty investigations.
  • Supported DB board design upkeep and performed electrical system testing tasks.
  • Ensured adherence to electrical regulations, safety standards, and operational requirements.
  • Facilitated electrical design modeling and sustained technical project activities.
  • Engaged with cross-functional teams throughout maintenance and optimization processes.

Education

Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
04-2018

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
04-2018

National Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa
04-2016

Skills

  • LV and MV distribution systems
  • Lighting Design
  • Sustainable energy solutions
  • Green hydrogen initiatives
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Revit proficiency
  • Relux proficiency
  • DIgSILENT PowerFactory
  • MATLAB
  • Proficient in QuickField
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Team collaboration
  • Electrical control systems installation
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Licensed electrician
  • Technical Report Writing
  • Knowledge of SANS standards
  • Compliance with electrical safety regulations

Certification

  • Wireman’s License — Department of Employment and Labour, South Africa (2025)
  • DIgSILENT PowerFactory Basics — Buyisa Training Academy (2024)
  • MV/LV Reticulation Course — Nafco Engineering (2024)
  • Electrical Low Voltage System Distribution Design — Udemy (2024)
  • Professional Certificate of Competency in Hydrogen Energy — Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) (2025)

RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS

  • Conferences Attended
  • International Symposium on High Voltage Engineering (ISH), China (2021)
  • South African Universities Power Engineering Conference (SAUPEC), South Africa (2023)
  • Publications
  • Investigating the Effect of Convection on the Rating of Buried Cables using the Finite Element Method (2023)
  • Application of Finite Element Method to Compare Installation Requirements in Buried Cables According to IEC60287 Standards (2021)

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Electrical Technician

Synergy Electrical
05.2026 - Current

Graduate Electrical Engineer

SMEC
03.2024 - 01.2025

Electrical Engineer Intern

Mahlako A Phahla Investments
12.2022 - 12.2024

Electrical Technician Intern

Revive Electrical Transformers
02.2017 - 11.2018

Master of Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology

Bachelor of Technology - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology

National Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Vaal University of Technology

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