Electrical Engineer (Building Services)

Communicate Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is searching for an Electrical Engineer to design and implement electrical building services systems. The successful candidate will engage in MV and LV power distribution design, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with relevant standards. Candidates must have a BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in electrical building services. Located in Cape Town, this role offers dynamic project involvement in various sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in Electrical Building Services.
• Experience with electrical reticulation design.
• Exposure to MV and LV distribution systems.
• Solar PV design or renewable energy project experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement electrical building services systems.
• Conduct site inspections and provide commissioning support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical reticulation design

Problem-solving skills

Technical design skills

Teamwork abilities

Communication skills

Proficiency in engineering software

Education

BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Are you an Electrical Engineer looking to grow your career within a dynamic consulting environment? Join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy where you will gain exposure to diverse building services projects across commercial, industrial, and renewable energy sectors.

Job Description

• Design and implementation of electrical building services systems
• Electrical reticulation design for commercial and industrial developments
• MV and LV power distribution design and coordination
• Solar PV system design and integration
• Preparation of technical drawings, reports, and specifications
• Perform site inspections, commissioning support, and project coordination
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in Electrical Building Services
• Experience with electrical reticulation design
• Exposure to MV and LV distribution systems
• Solar PV design or renewable energy project experience advantageous
• Ability to work across varied project roles and responsibilitiesStrong problem‑solving and technical design skills
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and design tools
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Qualification

• BTech or BEng in Electrical Engineering

Contact SARAH KIRKMAN on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTE027128.