Electrical Engineer

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and over 12 years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly on large projects in Africa. Responsibilities include designing electrical systems and managing project teams. Candidates should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering and be willing to travel for work. Market-related salary offers are available for qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years’ proven industry experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience on large projects in Africa.
• Willingness to travel or work on project sites.

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and approve electrical systems (LV, MV, HV).
• Lead electrical engineering activities on major projects.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Troubleshooting

Project management

Knowledge of electrical standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Grade 12

Job description

Job title: Electrical Engineer

Salary: Market-related

Location: To be discussed

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and approve electrical systems (LV, MV, HV).
• Lead electrical engineering activities on major projects.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with international and local electrical standards.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Manage contractors and technical teams.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical failures.
• Implement safety and quality standards on site.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering - beneficial
• 12–15 years’ proven industry experience
• Experience working on large projects in Africa
• Ability to lead teams and manage contractors
• Willingness to travel or work on project sites

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm:

1. That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching/ POPI Policy.
2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
3. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE: Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.