Electrical Design Engineer

Network Engineering; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An electrical engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer in Midrand, South Africa. The role involves designing electrical layouts, providing field support, and collaborating with teams to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates must have a BEng in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in system design, with proficiency in CAD tools like EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical. This full-time position offers an engaging environment for technical problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical or automation system design within industrial or commercial sectors.
• Proven proficiency in CAD tools for producing technical drawings and schematics.
• Solid understanding of electrical design principles, standards, and protection methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyse project requirements and develop electrical and automation system specifications.
• Design electrical layouts and automation solutions.
• Provide field-based technical support during installation and troubleshooting phases.

Skills

Business Finance

Electrical Design

Electrical Engineering

Defence

Concrete Pump

Education

Electrical engineering qualification (BEng or equivalent)

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Overview

Reference : NES022987-RS-1

An electrical engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Design Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving the success of electrical and automation projects by transforming technical requirements into robust system designs and specifications. This role involves designing comprehensive electrical layouts developing supporting technical documentation and producing detailed engineering drawings that enable seamless addition to design work the Design Engineer actively engages with Field Technicians and Engineers to solve complex challenges ensuring that systems are implemented effectively and function reliably in demanding environments.

Approximately 60% of the role is focused on design work while 40% involves field support and hands-on collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot advise on and refine systems during and post-deployment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Analyse project requirements and develop electrical and automation system specifications in line with customer and regulatory standards.
• Design electrical layouts and automation solutions incorporating product integration panel schematics and cable routing.
• Generate detailed technical drawings and documentation for production installation and commissioning.
• Collaborate with sales operations and technical teams to ensure alignment of the design intent with commercial and operational objectives.
• Provide field-based technical support during system installation commissioning and troubleshooting phases.
• Resolve complex technical issues alongside Field Engineers identifying root causes and recommending sustainable solutions.
• Maintain design records revision histories and project archives in accordance with engineering and quality management standards.
• Continuously improve design methodologies drawing libraries and component standards to enhance project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety codes electrical regulations and industry best practices.

Essential Requirements

• Electrical engineering qualification (BEng or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical or automation system design within industrial or commercial sectors.
• Proven proficiency in CAD tools (e.g. EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical) for producing technical drawings and schematics.
• Solid understanding of electrical design principles standards (e.g. SANS and IEC) and protection methodologies.
• Practical working knowledge of power and automation systems.
• Ability to read interpret and create technical documentation and wiring diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and analytical approach to technical challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Please send your CV to .

Key Skills

• Business Finance
• Electrical Design
• Electrical Engineering
• Defence
• Concrete Pump

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1