Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 client, based in Pretoria, is seeking an meticulous Electrical Design Engineer to join a growing technical department. The hybrid role focuses on developing innovative electrical designs for building services and industrial projects, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.

You will translate project requirements into detailed specifications and blueprints, perform load and fault calculations, and collaborate with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-5 years proven electrical design experience.
• Experience with building services or industrial projects.
• Familiar with SA electrical codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical design drawings, schematics, and specifications for power distribution, lighting, and control systems.
• Perform calculations for load, voltage drop, fault current, and circuit protection to ensure system safety and integrity.
• Select appropriate electrical components, equipment, and materials, considering performance, cost, and availability.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to integrate electrical designs seamlessly into overall project plans.
• Conduct site visits for inspections and to gather information necessary for design development.
• Review shop drawings and respond to technical queries from contractors during the construction phase.

Skills

CAD software

Electrical design

Voltage systems

Code compliance

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and creative Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing technical department based in Pretoria . This role is central to developing innovative electrical designs for a diverse range of projects, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. You will be responsible for translating project requirements into detailed technical specifications and blueprints, working closely with project teams to bring concepts to life. This hybrid position offers a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on design work and collaborative problem-solving within a supportive and technologically advanced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed electrical design drawings, schematics, and specifications for power distribution, lighting, and control systems.
• Perform calculations for load, voltage drop, fault current, and circuit protection to ensure system safety and integrity.
• Select appropriate electrical components, equipment, and materials, considering performance, cost, and availability.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to integrate electrical designs seamlessly into overall project plans.
• Conduct site visits for inspections and to gather information necessary for design development.
• Review shop drawings and respond to technical queries from contractors during the construction phase.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in electrical design, preferably within building services or industrial applications.
• Proficiency in using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit MEP) for electrical design.
• Solid understanding of electrical codes and standards applicable in South Africa.
• Familiarity with low-voltage and high-voltage systems and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement combining office and remote work.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Be part of a company that values innovation and employee well-being.