Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead complex electrical design projects from concept to construction in Randburg, Gauteng. You will mentor a team, drive technical excellence, and ensure safe, sustainable designs.

The role requires 8+ years in electrical design consulting, a Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering, and Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA. Proficiency with ETAP and DIALux is essential, with strong leadership and client coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years in electrical design consulting.
• Proficiency in ETAP and DIALux.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, protection and earthing design.
• Pr.Eng. with ECSA registration is essential.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop schematics, single-line diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform load flow, short-circuit, and protection coordination calculations.
• Conduct site investigations and design reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.
• Coordinate with clients, authorities, and consultants.

Skills

DIALux

ETAP

Power systems design

Protection coordination

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA

Tools

ETAP

DIALux

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead design initiatives within their consulting practice located in Randburg , Gauteng . This role involves taking ownership of complex electrical design projects, from conceptualization and feasibility studies through to detailed design and project support during construction. You will mentor a team of engineers, drive technical excellence, and ensure designs meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and sustainability. This is an ideal position for a seasoned professional looking to take on greater responsibility and shape the future of electrical design in a leading consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for a variety of projects, including commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments.
• Develop detailed electrical system designs, schematics, single-line diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform complex calculations for load flow, short-circuit analysis, and protection coordination.
• Conduct site investigations and technical reviews to ensure design integrity.
• Mentor and guide junior electrical engineers and designers.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and other consultants to ensure successful project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical design consulting .
• Proficiency in industry-standard electrical design software and analysis tools (e.g., DIALux, ETAP).
• Extensive knowledge of power systems, distribution, protection, and earthing design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA is essential.
• Proven leadership and project management capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious and technically challenging projects.
• Comprehensive medical aid, provident fund, and life insurance.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work culture in Randburg .