Electrical Engineering Manager - Grid Infrastructure

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Medical aid

Pension fund

Company car

Housing assistance

Leadership training

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead our grid infrastructure team. You will drive the strategic planning, design, and execution of power grid projects, ensuring reliability and modernization across transmission and distribution networks.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical engineering with emphasis on power systems, strong leadership, and the ability to manage cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years in electrical engineering with focus on power systems and grid infrastructure.
• Experience managing large-scale electrical projects and teams.
• Knowledge of grid operations, protection systems, and SCADA technologies.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA is desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical grid infrastructure projects.
• Oversee planning and execution of substation projects, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Manage a team of electrical engineers, providing technical guidance and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Develop project proposals, budgets, schedules, and manage resources.
• Collaborate with regulators, contractors, and internal departments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Project management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SCADA systems

Grid protection

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineering Manager to lead their grid infrastructure team in Mahikeng . You will be responsible for the strategic planning, design, and execution of projects related to electrical power grids, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and modernization. This leadership position requires a deep understanding of power systems, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to manage a team of engineers effectively. Your leadership will be instrumental in upgrading and maintaining critical energy transmission and distribution networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical grid infrastructure projects.
• Oversee the planning and execution of substation projects, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Manage a team of electrical engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Develop project proposals, budgets, and schedules, and manage resources effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, contractors, and internal departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering , with a significant focus on power systems and grid infrastructure .
• Proven experience in managing large-scale electrical projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of grid operations , protection systems, and SCADA technologies.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

Benefits

• Executive salary package with performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund contributions.
• Company car and housing assistance.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Key role in modernizing essential energy infrastructure.