Electrical Design Engineer - Industrial Plants

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Training support

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, South Africa, seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to large-scale industrial plant projects. The role focuses on electrical design and specification of systems for manufacturing facilities, with collaboration across disciplines to meet standards and timelines.

The candidate will perform load flow and protection calculations, develop drawings and bill of materials, and support commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng registration with ECSA is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in electrical design engineering for industrial plants and facilities.
• Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for industrial plants, including power distribution, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Prepare detailed electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Specify electrical equipment and components, such as switchgear, transformers, motors, VSDs, and control systems.
• Perform calculations for load flow, fault current, cable sizing, and protection coordination.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international electrical standards (e.g., SANS, IEC).
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated project design.
• Conduct technical reviews and site inspections to verify design implementation and support commissioning activities.
• Develop technical specifications, tender documents, and bill of materials for electrical installations.
• Provide technical support to the construction and installation teams throughout project execution.

Skills

Electrical design

Load flow calculations

Protection schemes

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned engineering consultancy firm, is seeking a proficient Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to their prestigious industrial plant projects. This role is based in our client's offices in Vereeniging, Gauteng . The successful candidate will be responsible for the electrical design and specification of systems for a variety of industrial facilities, including manufacturing plants, processing units, and infrastructure developments. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring that electrical designs meet stringent technical requirements, safety standards, and project timelines. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer to expand their experience in industrial electrical engineering and work on diverse, large-scale projects. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions in Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for industrial plants, including power distribution, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Prepare detailed electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and control panel layouts using CAD software.
• Specify electrical equipment and components, such as switchgear, transformers, motors, VSDs, and control systems.
• Perform calculations for load flow, fault current, cable sizing, and protection coordination.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international electrical standards (e.g., SANS, IEC).
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated project design.
• Conduct technical reviews and site inspections to verify design implementation and support commissioning activities.
• Develop technical specifications, tender documents, and bill of materials for electrical installations.
• Provide technical support to the construction and installation teams throughout project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr. Tech Eng) registration with ECSA is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in electrical design engineering, with a focus on industrial plants and facilities.
• Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, or similar.
• Solid understanding of industrial power systems, protection schemes, and electrical codes.
• Experience with process control systems and instrumentation is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage design tasks effectively and meet project deadlines.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with your experience and qualifications. The company provides a comprehensive benefits program, including medical aid and a retirement fund. Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning are prioritized, with support for further training and professional body memberships. You will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, contributing to significant industrial projects. This role offers the chance to work within a reputable engineering consultancy based in Vereeniging .