Electrical Design Engineer

University of Fort Hare; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Fort Hare is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join their engineering team in Pretoria. This role involves developing and coordinating electrical engineering solutions for industrial and mining projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, with extensive design experience in industrial environments. Responsibilities include preparing specifications, liaising with clients, and mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Degree, Technical Diploma, or equivalent NQF qualification in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional registration advantageous but not essential.
• Extensive electrical design experience in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate electrical designs from concept to implementation.
• Prepare scopes of work, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Liaise with clients to ensure project satisfaction.
• Ensure designs meet applicable industry standards.

Skills

Electrical design and operational expertise

Knowledge of SANS standards

Problem-solving skills

Client liaison abilities

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Professional Registration (Pr. Eng.)

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join their engineering team in Lynwood, Pretoria. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, and coordinating electrical engineering solutions for industrial and mining projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate electrical designs from concept through to implementation.
• Prepare scopes of work, specifications, bill of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Liaise with clients to determine design requirements and ensure project satisfaction.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.
• Compile detailed engineering information and data packs for manufacturing and software engineering teams.
• Review and improve designs to ensure cost-effective and efficient project execution.
• Mentor and support CAD Operators and Engineers-in-Training.
• Participate in project scoping, tendering, contract preparation, and project implementation.

Technical Responsibilities

• MCC design in accordance with IEC 61439 standards.
• Heat rise calculations.
• Equipment selection and specification.
• Lighting and small power system design.
• Cable racking and cable sizing.
• Transformer sizing and selection.
• Compliance with legal electrical requirements.
• Integration considerations for PLC and SCADA systems.

Qualifications

• Degree, Technical Diploma, or equivalent NQF qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Registration (Pr. Eng.) will be advantageous but is not essential.

Experience

• Extensive electrical design and operational experience within industrial environments.
• Proven experience in mining and industrial plant design.
• Exposure to mining industry projects.
• Experience with relevant electrical design software and engineering tools.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of international electrical and instrumentation specifications and standards.
• Sound knowledge of SANS standards.
• Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Technical product knowledge within electrical engineering environments.
• Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client liaison abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.