Electrical Project Engineer — Industrial Plant Projects

Placements24; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Pension fund

Career growth

Diverse projects

Collaborative team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to lead electrical aspects of major industrial projects in Durban. You will supervise design review, procurement, installation and commissioning on site, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years of project experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. ECSA registration is preferred; willingness to travel to project sites is required.

Formación

• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical project engineering, industrial sector preferred.
• Proven track record from initiation to handover.
• Knowledge of South African electrical regulations and standards.
• Proficient in project management methods; experience with MS Project.
• Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• ECSA registration preferred (Professional or Candidate).

Responsabilidades

• Manage all electrical engineering aspects of industrial projects, incl. design review, procurement support, installation supervision, and commissioning.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation for electrical scope.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations on site (SANS/IEC).
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors and suppliers for seamless execution.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, drawings, and electrical documentation.
• Conduct site inspections, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues during construction and commissioning.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, motors, and control panels.
• Maintain accurate project records, progress reports and close-out documentation.

Conocimientos

Electrical engineering

Project management

MS Project

Electrical schematics

Leadership

Communication

Travel-ready

Electrical standards

Educación

B.Eng Electrical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 invites an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to lead electrical aspects of major industrial projects in Durban. You will supervise design review, procurement, installation and commissioning on site, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years of project experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. ECSA registration is preferred; willingness to travel to project sites is required.