Electrical Design Lead for Mining Infrastructure

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Lead to oversee mining electrical systems, including substations, reticulation and automation, for major projects in Welkom, Free State. You will guide a team of engineers and designers to deliver robust, safe solutions aligned with project specs and regulatory standards.

The role requires a senior leader with deep mine electrical knowledge, hands-on design expertise in AutoCAD Electrical and ETAP, and strong project leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design for mining or heavy industrial projects.
• Proven leadership of design teams and large-scale project packages.
• Knowledge of mine electrical systems, power distribution, automation and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and ETAP; familiarity with SCADA/DCS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design team on mining projects including substations, reticulation networks and plant power.
• Oversee design of power distribution, MCCs, VSDs, and control systems.
• Ensure designs comply with mining regs and safety standards (SANS, IEC) and environmental requirements.
• Develop and review detailed drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, and specifications.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for electrical design tasks.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, project managers and clients for integrated delivery.
• Conduct design reviews, HAZOP studies, and risk assessments for electrical systems.
• Stay abreast of new technologies in mining electrical engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

SCADA/DCS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Lead to oversee mining electrical systems, including substations, reticulation and automation, for major projects in Welkom, Free State. You will guide a team of engineers and designers to deliver robust, safe solutions aligned with project specs and regulatory standards.

The role requires a senior leader with deep mine electrical knowledge, hands-on design expertise in AutoCAD Electrical and ETAP, and strong project leadership