Electrical Engineer - Mining Sector

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career advancement opportunities

Relocation assistance available

Exposure to challenging electrical工程

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Engineer to join our mining-focused operations in Nelspruit. You will design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems across challenging mining environments to ensure reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include overseeing power distribution, motor control centers, and substations, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Collaboration with mine operations, mechanical engineers, and contractors is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mining or heavy industrial sectors.
• Experience with high-voltage distribution, VFDs, and heavy industrial electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain electrical systems for mining equipment, including power distribution, motor control centers, and substations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards relevant to mining.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults to minimize production downtime.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for electrical assets.
• Collaborate with mine operations, mechanical engineers, and external contractors.

Skills

High-voltage distribution

VFDs

Heavy industrial electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Electrical Engineer to join their operations in Nelspruit , specifically supporting the mining sector. This role is critical for ensuring the reliable and safe operation of electrical systems within mining environments, which often present unique and demanding challenges. You will be responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and infrastructure in these complex settings. This hands-on position offers a significant opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in a vital industry, contributing to operational efficiency and safety, and working within a company committed to high standards and employee development in the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain electrical systems for mining equipment, including power distribution, motor control centers, and substations.
• Ensure compliance with stringent safety regulations and environmental standards applicable to the mining industry.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults and failures promptly to minimize production downtime.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment and infrastructure.
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules and strategies for electrical assets.
• Collaborate with mine operations, mechanical engineers, and external contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience, preferably within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage distribution , VFDs, and heavy industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with electrical safety standards and procedures in hazardous environments.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the mining industry.
• Exposure to challenging and diverse electrical engineering applications.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.