Project engineer - HV

Overview

Project engineer - HV (Primary Plant) 

Cairo, Egypt 

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you. 

Ready to make an impact? 

Why this role matters 

This role supports and leads the design of technically compliant MV and HV interconnection projects, with a strong focus on primary plant, HV/MV equipment, and substation design. You will help ensure technical and contractual requirements are reflected in project solutions, supporting development, execution, and operations through sound engineering assessments, due diligence, stakeholder engagement, and design reviews. 

What you’ll be doing 

In this role, you will: 

• Support and review interconnection solutions based on project, utility, and grid requirements.

• Develop technical base cases, specifications, and design inputs for interconnection works.

• Coordinate and review primary plant system design packages, including outsourced detailed designs.

• Review technical documentation, contracts, grid codes, and connection agreements to define project requirements.

• Support supplier evaluations, RFP documentation, and technical schedules for key project contracts.

• Review substation, transmission line, earthing, equipment selection, fire protection, cable sizing, lightning protection, and related interfaces.

• Support execution teams through design alignment, site visits, testing, commissioning, energisation, and project close-out.

• Provide technical support to operations by investigating issues and improving relevant operational systems.

• Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes. 

What you’ll gain 

• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one.

• Hands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.

• Exposure to complex renewable energy interconnection projects across development, execution, and operations.

• The opportunity to work closely with engineering, project, supply chain, contractors, utilities, and operations teams across geographies. 

What you’ll bring 

Experience and qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or Electronic Engineering.

• Minimum 4 years of electrical engineering experience, including experience in a project environment.

• Experience in distribution, reticulation, HV/MV equipment, substation design, or transmission line design.

• Strong understanding of renewable energy project interconnection design and execution.

• Sound knowledge of utility interfaces, grid requirements, and contracts related to energy generation projects.

• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with AutoCAD, PowerFactory DigSilent, ETAP, or PSCAD is advantageous.

• Fluent in Arabic and English, spoken and written.

• Independent, analytical, proactive, and comfortable working across functions, stakeholders, and cultures.

• Willing and able to travel internationally, work extended hours when required, and support site-based activities in varied conditions. 

What it’s like to work at Scatec 

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy. 

If you are motivated by engineering excellence, renewable energy impact, and the chance to shape reliable grid interconnection solutions, this could be a strong next step in your career.  

What we offer 

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition. We are continuously evolving as a digital and data-driven organisation, leveraging technology and AI to improve how we work and create value for our teams 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.  

We review applications on an ongoing basis.