Electrical Design Lead – Renewables & Team Leadership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Company car or travel allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous leave and holidays

Career development and leadership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Design Lead for its Paarl, Western Cape operations. This leadership role steers a team of electrical engineers and designers through the full design lifecycle, delivering efficient systems for renewable, industrial, and commercial projects.

You will set design standards, ensure technical excellence, and mentor talent while coordinating with project managers and clients for integrated delivery. A strategic, influential position in a growing firm.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in electrical design engineering with 2+ years in leadership.
• Experience in power systems design, control systems, and renewables.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, PSS/E, ETAP.
• Knowledge of SA and international electrical codes and standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of electrical design engineers and drafters.
• Oversee the electrical design process from concept to detailed engineering.
• Develop and implement design standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure designs meet project requirements, codes, and client specs.
• Perform complex electrical design calculations and simulations.
• Review and approve electrical drawings, specifications, and docs.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other discipline leads for integrated delivery.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical systems including power distribution and renewables.
• Mentor and develop junior staff to foster continuous improvement.
• Stay current with emerging electrical engineering technologies and trends.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team mentoring

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

PSS/E

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Design Lead for its Paarl, Western Cape operations. This leadership role steers a team of electrical engineers and designers through the full design lifecycle, delivering efficient systems for renewable, industrial, and commercial projects.

You will set design standards, ensure technical excellence, and mentor talent while coordinating with project managers and clients for integrated delivery. A strategic, influential position in a growing firm.