Electrical Design Engineer - Building Services

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Health and retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Diverse range of projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to lead building services design for commercial, residential and industrial projects. You will develop electrical designs, coordinate with architects, engineers, and construction teams, and ensure compliant, integrated systems on-site.

The role requires a degree in electrical engineering, at least six years of building services experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit MEP.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical design for building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software (e.g., Revit MEP).
• Solid knowledge of lighting design, power distribution, earthing and standby power.
• Understanding of SANS and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design drawings, schematics, and specifications for power, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Conduct load analysis and ensure compliance with building codes and relevant standards.
• Specify electrical equipment and materials, preparing bills of quantities.
• Liaise with clients, architects, and contractors to coordinate electrical design requirements.
• Perform site inspections during construction to ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Review and approve shop drawings and material submittals from contractors.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Communication

Project management

Lighting design

Power distribution

Earthing systems

Standby power

SANS knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to focus on building services in their Centurion office. This role is essential for designing and overseeing the electrical systems within commercial, residential, and industrial buildings. You will work closely with architects, mechanical engineers, and construction teams to ensure integrated and efficient building designs. This is an on-site position that requires a strong understanding of electrical installations, power distribution, lighting, and safety regulations within the construction industry. The successful candidate will be instrumental in delivering high-quality electrical solutions for a variety of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design drawings, schematics, and specifications for power, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Conduct load analysis and ensure compliance with building codes and relevant standards.
• Specify electrical equipment and materials, preparing bills of quantities.
• Liaise with clients, architects, and contractors to coordinate electrical design requirements.
• Perform site inspections during construction to ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Review and approve shop drawings and material submittals from contractors.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical design for building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software (e.g., Revit MEP).
• Solid knowledge of lighting design , power distribution, earthing systems, and standby power.
• Understanding of South African National Standards (SANS) and building regulations.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• On-site work environment with excellent facilities.
• Comprehensive health and retirement plans.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse range of challenging building projects.