Senior Electrical Design Lead — Hybrid, Green Buildings

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension fund

Performance-related bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead electrical design for high-end commercial buildings. You will coordinate with architects and mechanical engineers, ensuring code compliance and sustainable, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires a PE registration preference and strong leadership, client management, and communication skills, with hybrid work arrangements in a dynamic, prestigious firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical design for commercial buildings.
• Proven leadership of electrical design teams and project delivery.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit MEP and electrical design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for commercial building projects from concept to handover.
• Prepare detailed electrical designs: drawings, specs, calculations for lighting, power, earthing, fire detection.
• Perform load calculations, voltage drop, fault current studies.
• Ensure compliance with SANS, SABS, NHBRC and building codes.
• Collaborate with architects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Review shop drawings and respond to site queries during construction.
• Mentor junior electrical engineers and designers.
• Assist in tender preparation and contract administration.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Amtech

DIALux

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead electrical design for high-end commercial buildings. You will coordinate with architects and mechanical engineers, ensuring code compliance and sustainable, cost-effective outcomes.

The role requires a PE registration preference and strong leadership, client management, and communication skills, with hybrid work arrangements in a dynamic, prestigious firm.