Electrical Project Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer for a hybrid role in Benoni, Gauteng. You will lead electrical projects from conception to completion, coordinating with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

A solid track record in electrical project management, strong leadership and communication skills are essential, with exposure to diverse infrastructure projects in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience managing electrical engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, PM principles.
• Proficiency with MS Project and electrical design tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid model across different work settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical engineering projects from planning to closeout.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules; monitor progress closely.
• Coordinate with design teams, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and safety regs.
• Oversee selection and procurement of electrical equipment and materials.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve issues during execution with remote support.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

MS Project

Electrical design tools

Leadership

Communication

Hybrid work experience

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Electrical design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join their team in Benoni . This hybrid role involves managing electrical engineering projects from conception through to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. You will coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and clients, requiring strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment in Gauteng , allowing for a balance between on-site project management and remote administrative tasks, contributing to key infrastructure developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical engineering projects, including planning, design, execution, and closeout.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules, and monitor progress closely.
• Coordinate with design teams, procurement, construction, and commissioning personnel.
• Ensure projects comply with all relevant electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Oversee the selection and procurement of electrical equipment and materials.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve electrical engineering issues that arise during project execution, utilizing remote support where feasible.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management for electrical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction methods, and project management principles.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project) and electrical design tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, effectively managing responsibilities across different work settings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project-based performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering excellent work-life integration.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and PMP certification.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging engineering projects.
• A collaborative and results-oriented team culture.