Associate Electrical Engineer

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa.

To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders who share our guiding principles: we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with an international scale; we are future-focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do; and we have an empowering culture with accountability.

We are committed to achieving and maintaining diversity and equity in employment.

Job Description

Key Role: Providing consulting engineering services and designing MV & LV power and lighting systems, single line diagrams, reticulation, generators, UPS, fire detection and evacuation systems, Data, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, and building management systems.

Key Responsibilities: The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Preparing accurate and concise designs, calculations, budgets, tender specifications, and performing project financial control, construction monitoring, and project management (electrical) throughout all project stages.
2. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, actively participating in design and coordination, and completing projects from inception to close-out with limited management input.
3. Focusing on client care and professional team management, ensuring on-time delivery.
4. Marketing activities, including attending networking and client functions to foster repeat business and develop a client base.
5. Setting up client/consultant fee and contract agreements, calculating professional fees, and managing project finances such as hourly forecasting, WIP, and invoicing.
6. Modeling health and safety standards, contributing to SHEQ risk identification, and promoting a safe working environment.

Key Competencies and Skills: Excellent communication skills in English, report writing, clarity in communication with teams and clients via email, phone, and face-to-face. Good knowledge of SANS standards, building contracts (e.g., JBCC, FIDIC, NEC), MV and LV reticulation, standby power systems, renewable energy installations, Autodesk BIM (Revit, Navisworks, Glue, Field), CAD software, electrical design software (Relux, Dialux, CBi, Ecodial, ETAP), and Microsoft Office. Ability to work independently, with high attention to detail, good time management, and knowledge of latest building services technologies.

Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, ambitious, proactive, creative problem solver, professional communicator across all levels, team player, capable of handling challenging projects with tight timelines, and willing to travel within RSA and Africa. Must possess a driver’s license and own transport.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum BSc Eng. or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. Professional registration with ECSA. At least 7 years of consulting engineering experience in building services or industrial environments. SAQCC registration for design is highly advantageous. Data Centre experience is a plus.

Additional Information

WSP offers flexible working arrangements, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical cover, generous leave, and professional subscriptions. We promote an inclusive culture and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion, or family status. We interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.