Electrical Design Engineer - Mining Sector

Placements24; Welkom; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive benefits package

Career growth in mining

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Design Engineer to support mining operations in Welkom, South Africa. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote design work, ensuring safe and efficient electrical infrastructure for mining equipment and control systems.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of design experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and a strong understanding of high/medium voltage, VFDs, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical design, preferably in mining or heavy industrial sectors.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar software is required.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for mining equipment, power distribution, and control applications.
• Develop detailed schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Perform load calculations, fault current analysis, and equipment specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with mining safety standards and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, site personnel, and vendors to ensure project success.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting during installation and operation.

Skills

Electrical design

Load calculations

Fault current analysis

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a qualified Electrical Design Engineer to join their team supporting the vital mining sector in the Welkom area. This hybrid role involves designing, specifying, and overseeing the implementation of electrical infrastructure and systems for mining operations. You will contribute to projects that enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity in a demanding industrial environment. This is a significant opportunity for an engineer looking to apply their skills in a challenging and critical industry, balancing on-site collaboration with remote design work. You will work closely with site operations and a remote engineering support team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for mining equipment, power distribution, and control applications.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Perform electrical load calculations, fault current analysis, and equipment specification.
• Ensure all designs comply with mining safety regulations, industry standards, and environmental requirements.
• Liaise with project managers, site personnel, and vendors to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for electrical systems during installation and operation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, preferably within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, VFDs, and motor control.
• Knowledge of mining-specific electrical safety standards and practices is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, requiring both remote work and periodic site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance of remote and on-site work.
• Opportunities for career growth and development within the mining industry.
• Exposure to large-scale, complex engineering projects.
• Contribution to the operational efficiency of critical infrastructure.