Hybrid Electrical Design Engineer - Industrial Systems

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design electrical systems for industrial facilities, including factories and warehouses. This role embraces a hybrid work model, balancing on-site collaboration with remote tasks.

You will specify equipment, perform load calculations, and ensure compliance with SANS and IEC standards while collaborating with project teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years in electrical design for industrial facilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of industrial power distribution, motor control centers and equipment.
• Familiarity with SANS and IEC electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical layouts, schematics, and single-line diagrams for industrial facilities.
• Specify electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, motors, and cabling.
• Perform load calculations and power system analysis.
• Develop protection and earthing system designs.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards (SANS, IEC).
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate electrical designs with other disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications, BOQ, and tender documents.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Review shop drawings and vendor submittals.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues during project execution.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Protection systems

Load calculations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design electrical systems for industrial facilities, including factories and warehouses. This role embraces a hybrid work model, balancing on-site collaboration with remote tasks.

You will specify equipment, perform load calculations, and ensure compliance with SANS and IEC standards while collaborating with project teams to deliver robust solutions.