Electrical Project Engineer - On-Site, Western Cape

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel allowance

Medical aid

Pension fund

Performance bonuses

PMP certification support

Career progression

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to lead electrical infrastructure projects from conception to completion. The role is on-site, offering direct engagement with project activities, stakeholders, and urban Western Cape projects.

The successful candidate will manage planning, design coordination, procurement, installation, and commissioning, while ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with South African electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in project engineering/management in electrical.
• Proven track record delivering electrical projects end-to-end.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting, and control systems.
• Familiarity with South African electrical codes and standards.
• Experience in site supervision and contract management.
• Proficiency in MS Project and electrical design software; valid driver’s license; willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases: planning, design, procurement, installation, commissioning.
• Develop project scope, budgets, and schedules with clients and internal teams.
• Oversee electrical design drawings, specs, and BOQs.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for integrated delivery.
• Conduct site inspections and progress meetings.
• Identify and mitigate risks and address technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regs.
• Manage project documentation and change orders.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers for alignment.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to project team.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

MS Project

Electrical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to lead electrical infrastructure projects from conception to completion. The role is on-site, offering direct engagement with project activities, stakeholders, and urban Western Cape projects.

The successful candidate will manage planning, design coordination, procurement, installation, and commissioning, while ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with South African electrical