Electrical Engineer

Proconics; Secunda; Hybrid; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer located in Secunda. This role involves providing technical input, designing electrical distribution systems, and ensuring quality in electrical installations. Ideal candidates must have a B. Eng/B Sc in Electrical Engineering and ECSA registration, with at least 3 years of experience in the petrochemical sector. The position emphasizes safety and collaboration with a team, requiring travel as needed. Apply with your CV mentioning the reference number: PRO-SEC-ENE-001.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the Petrochemical industry.
• Brownfields project execution experience required.
• Zero tolerance for unsafe designs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input for basic and detailed design.
• Design electrical distribution systems.
• Assist with commissioning support for new electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

B. Eng/B Sc in Electrical Engineering

ECSA registered as a Pr. Eng

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

EPLAN

MS Office Suite

ETAP

DIgSILENT

Job description

Vacant Position: Electrical Engineer

Location: Secunda and Vanderbijlpark

Reference Number:

PRO-SEC-ENE-001 (Secunda Office)

PRO-VDB-ENE-001 (Vanderbijlpark Office)

At Proconics we are passionate about what we do, and we are passionate about our people. If you are a qualified, hard-working individual, aspiring to grow your career, we invite you to apply for the advertised vacant position.

Purpose of the position:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. As an Electrical Engineer, you will work closely with the Team Leader and other team members.

Qualifications/Experience:

• B. Eng/B Sc in Electrical Engineering.
• ECSA registered as a Pr. Eng
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Driver’s license and means of transport.
• +3 years' relevant working experience in the Petrochemical industry with a proven track record in design, commissioning and operation support.
• Zero tolerance towards unsafe designs, acts, hazards and a passion for a zero-harm culture through safe engineering solutions.
• Knowledge of applicable design codes, standards and regulations.
• Ability to work across disciplines, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Must be capable of evaluating and weighing alternatives, establishing relative priorities and formulating decisions that affect all phases of projects and the complete life cycle of proposed engineering solutions.
• Must be able to develop fit-for-purpose solutions for partners to create long-term relationships.
• Main experience gained in a consulting environment.
• Brownfields project execution experience, and
• Key computer proficiency:
• MicroStation and AutoCAD,
• EPLAN (Advantageous), and
• MS Office Suite.
• ETAP and/or DIgSILENT (Wish),

Required Outputs and Responsibilities:

• The Electrical Engineer will report to the team leader within the Department for Electrical Engineering and Design.
• Managing self-responsibility regarding time, attendance and quality.
• Provide technical input for basic and detailed design.
• Assist in planning and reviewing technical work and maintaining project schedules and work plans.
• Translate electrical design intention across disciplines during the design phase and manage interfaces.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for bid clarifications.
• Design of electrical distribution systems.
• Design schematic and connection diagrams for electrical equipment.
• Review client proposals in terms of electrical design.
• Assist in planning and reviewing technical work and maintaining project schedules and work plans.
• Preparation of quotations.
• As-building of existing electrical installations.
• Fault finding on existing electrical systems.
• Perform point-to-point wiring and functional checks on LV and MV equipment.
• Assist with commissioning support for new electrical systems.
• Good understanding of standards to evaluate the quality of installed electrical systems.
• Willing to travel outside of Secunda for work at times.

Personal Attributes

• Professional approach to problem-solving and interpersonal relationships.
• High degree of emotional resilience.
• Flexibility in approach to find fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

Should you see yourself advancing into an exciting company such as Proconics, forward your CV stating the reference number as well as the name of the position in the subject line to:

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: 20 January 2026

Internal candidates to specify internal on their application.

Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Proconics is an equal opportunity employer.