Electrical Project Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,080,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Electrical Project Engineer in Sandton to lead electrical projects from conception to completion. You will coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of project leadership, strong knowledge of power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation, plus excellent communication and risk-management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience managing electrical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems including power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor electrical engineering projects within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to define requirements and deliverables.
• Oversee design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, codes, and standards.
• Prepare reports, progress updates, and financial forecasts.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Electrical Project Engineer to manage and oversee electrical projects from conception to completion in Sandton . This role requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with various stakeholders, both on-site and remotely. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineer to lead significant projects in a prime business district, contributing to major developments while benefiting from a hybrid work environment that balances collaboration with flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor electrical engineering projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Oversee the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all project work complies with relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards.
• Prepare project reports, progress updates, and financial forecasts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in managing electrical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, including power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in project management software and electrical design principles.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills for managing diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional certification and advanced training in project management.
• Hybrid work model supporting both on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Exposure to high-profile projects in a leading financial hub.