Electrical Project Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical & retirement benefits

Certifications support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to high quality standards. You will plan, coordinate with teams and contractors, manage risks, perform site inspections, and report progress to stakeholders while upholding safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 6+ years in project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 6+ years of experience in project engineering or management in the electrical sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects including budgeting and scheduling.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies and tools.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems (power generation, distribution, control).
• Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor electrical projects within scope, time, and budget.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and contractors for timely delivery.
• Manage project risks and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct site inspections ensuring safety and quality compliance.
• Prepare status reports and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client has an exciting opening for an Electrical Project Engineer in Richards Bay . This position requires a proactive individual to manage and execute electrical engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication. This role offers the chance to oversee significant projects and contribute to the infrastructure development in a key industrial region. You will be a key point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring seamless project progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor electrical engineering projects, ensuring adherence to project scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and contractors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Prepare project status reports and communicate progress to stakeholders and management.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering .
• At least 6 years of experience in project engineering or project management within the electrical sector.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, including power generation, distribution, and control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with project-based incentives.
• Full medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial projects.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for advancement.