Electrical Engineer

Senwes Ltd.; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Senwes Ltd. seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee design, installation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of electrical systems across agricultural operations.

You will conduct feasibility studies, develop automation solutions, and ensure safety, reliability, and sustainability across projects. You will lead procurement, testing, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and energy efficiency initiatives, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet operational goals and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in design and maintenance of electrical systems in industrial/agri environments.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and renewable energy integration.
• Strong safety and regulatory compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and analyse electrical requirements for projects.
• Design electrical systems including power distribution, control panels, and automation.
• Procure, install, test, and commission electrical systems to standards.
• Develop preventive maintenance and conduct root cause analysis to improve reliability.
• Monitor energy use and implement efficiency initiatives across operations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power distribution design

Project management

Energy efficiency

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

CAD software

Job description

Senwes, a leading agricultural company, is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering and Property Assets Department.

The purpose of this role is to oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of electrical systems and equipment across Senwes agricultural operations, ensuring optimal efficiency, reliability, safety, and sustainability.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting feasibility studies and analysing electrical requirements for agricultural projects and infrastructure developments.
• Designing electrical systems, including power distribution networks, control panels, and automation solutions using CAD software.
• Managing the procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure compliance with design and quality standards.
• Developing and implementing preventive maintenance strategies, conducting inspections, and troubleshooting electrical systems to minimise downtime.
• Performing root cause analysis on electrical failures and implementing corrective actions to improve system reliability.
• Evaluating energy consumption patterns and implementing energy efficiency initiatives, including renewable energy and sustainability solutions.
• Monitoring energy usage data and recommending improvements to optimise operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Developing and managing electrical engineering projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and reporting.
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and alignment with operational requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry standards through audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Conducting safety training, investigations, and implementing corrective actions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Researching and evaluating emerging electrical technologies and innovations to improve operational performance and support long-term strategy.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting the adoption of innovative engineering solutions within Senwes.