Electrical Project Engineer

SkillsGro; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillsGro in Cape Town is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join its technical team. You will take ownership of electrical projects from concept through commissioning, coordinating with mechanical, structural, fire and ICT disciplines, contractors and clients in a fast-paced data centre and building services environment.

The role involves design development, calculations, equipment selections, site inspections, testing and handover, with a practical problem-solving approach and the

Qualifications

• BEng, BEngTech or BTech in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent recognised engineering qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years' relevant experience in electrical engineering, building services, critical infrastructure and/or project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects and coordinating contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Sound understanding of electrical engineering principles and practical installation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of assigned electrical projects and coordinate with other disciplines, contractors, suppliers and clients through concept to commissioning and handover.
• Apply electrical engineering principles in planning, design and execution of projects.
• Review designs, drawings, schedules and technical documentation to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate interfaces with LV distribution, generators, UPS systems and building services installations.
• Lead internal project teams and manage external contractors, suppliers and OEMs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project delivery

Contractor coordination

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Education

BEng/BEngTech/BTech in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

A leading turnkey engineering solutions company located in Cape Town, is seeking to appoint a skilled and motivated Electrical Project Engineer to join its technical team. The position is suited to an engineer who enjoys combining technical engineering with practical project delivery and who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will be involved in the design, coordination, implementation and commissioning of electrical engineering systems, particularly within data centre, critical infrastructure and building-services environments. The role requires a practical problem-solving approach, the ability to manage multiple priorities and the confidence to coordinate internal teams, contractors, suppliers and clients. The candidate should be comfortable undertaking site inspections, investigations, commissioning activities and other site based engineering duties where required.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The successful candidate will take ownership of assigned projects within the electrical engineering discipline and will coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines, contractors, suppliers and clients to ensure successful delivery from concept through to commissioning and handover.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Applying sound electrical engineering principles in the planning, design and execution of projects.
• Developing engineering concepts, calculations, equipment selections, specifications and material selections appropriate to the project requirements.
• Preparing and reviewing electrical engineering designs, drawings, schedules, specifications and technical documentation.
• Evaluating project variables including site conditions, constructability, logistics, programme, resources, environmental conditions and operational requirements.
• Conducting site inspections, surveys, condition assessments and technical audits.
• Coordinating electrical engineering requirements with mechanical, structural, fire, controls and other engineering disciplines.
• Leading and coordinating internal project teams and providing clear technical direction where required.
• Managing and coordinating contractors, subcontractors, OEMs, suppliers and specialist service providers.
• Reviewing contractor and supplier submissions for technical compliance with project requirements.
• Preparing and maintaining project plans, programmes, progress tracking and technical deliverables.
• Monitoring project costs and assisting with project budgeting, procurement, tendering/quotations and technical evaluations.
• Overseeing quality assurance and quality control to ensure installation work complies with approved designs, specifications and applicable standards.
• Identifying technical and project risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Participating in testing, commissioning, performance verification and project handover.
• Compiling and managing project documentation, including inspection records, commissioning documentation, test certificates, as‑built information and handover packs.
• Providing technical support to clients and internal project teams throughout the project lifecycle.

TECHNICAL AREAS:

• The role will involve working across a range of electrical and multidisciplinary systems, particularly within data centre and critical infrastructure environments.
• Electrical engineering responsibilities may include:
• Low‑voltage electrical power distribution systems.
• Main and sub‑distribution boards, switchboards and associated electrical equipment.
• Electrical load assessments, load schedules and power‑distribution design.
• Electrical cable sizing, routing and containment systems.
• Circuit protection, discrimination/selectivity and protection coordination.
• Generator and standby‑power electrical systems.
• Automatic and manual transfer arrangements.
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.
• Battery, supercapacitor and other energy‑storage systems.
• Renewable‑energy systems, including photovoltaic installations.
• Earthing and bonding systems.
• Lightning and surge protection systems.
• Electrical metering, monitoring and power‑management systems.
• Electrical interfaces associated with Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Electrical controls and monitoring requirements.
• Power supplies and electrical interfaces for HVAC, fire and other building‑services equipment.
• Site audits, condition assessments and electrical investigations.
• Fault‑level, voltage‑drop and protection coordination calculations.
• Testing, commissioning and performance verification of electrical systems.
• Associated / specialist systems
• Depending on project requirements, the role may also involve technical coordination and/or project delivery associated with:
• Fire detection and alarm systems.
• Access control systems.
• CCTV and security systems.
• Structured cabling and other ELV systems.
• Generator control and monitoring systems.
• BMS and integrated control systems.
• Multidisciplinary interfaces

The Project Engineer will also be required to coordinate interfaces with systems such as:

• HVAC and precision cooling systems.
• Mechanical ventilation systems.
• Generator mechanical systems, including ventilation, cooling and fuel systems.
• Pumps, piping and other mechanical services.
• Fire suppression systems.
• Structural and architectural works associated with electrical installations.
• ICT and telecommunications infrastructure.
• BMS and equipment‑control interfaces.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BEng, BEngTech or BTech in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent recognised engineering qualification.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 6 years' relevant experience in electrical engineering, building services, critical infrastructure and/or project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects and coordinating contractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Sound understanding of electrical engineering principles and practical installation requirements.
• Experience with LV electrical distribution, generators, UPS systems and/or electrical building services installations.
• Working knowledge of applicable SANS standards, electrical regulations and relevant statutory requirements.
• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, specifications, equipment data and technical documentation.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Good computer literacy, including strong Microsoft Excel proficiency.