Electrical Project Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in East London to lead electrical projects in the energy sector. You will manage projects from conception through completion, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role requires coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers, maintaining documentation, and controlling budgets and schedules while complying with industry standards in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years in project engineering/PM in energy or construction.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, execution, and delivery of electrical projects.
• Develop scope, budgets, timelines, and resources.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and take corrective actions.
• Prepare reports and conduct project close-out activities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Team coordination

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and qualified Electrical Project Engineer to manage and execute electrical projects within the energy sector in East London . This role involves overseeing projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required technical specifications. You will coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers, manage project documentation, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. This hybrid role offers a blend of site-based and office-based work, providing a comprehensive project management experience in a key developmental region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of electrical engineering projects.
• Develop project scope, budgets, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all projects comply with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare project reports, documentation, and conduct project close-out activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering or project management, preferably in the energy or construction industry.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, and project management methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management software is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and project performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Engage in impactful projects contributing to the local energy infrastructure in EastLondon .