Hybrid Industrial Electrical Project Engineer - Mpumalanga

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga to oversee electrical project lifecycles from planning to handover. You will coordinate with designers, contractors, and clients, develop schedules and budgets, and supervise on-site installations to meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience with industrial electrical projects, including power distribution and automation.

Qualifications

• > Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• > Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical project engineering, preferably industrial.
• > Experience managing industrial electrical projects from start to finish.
• > Strong understanding of power distribution, motor controls, and automation.
• > Proficiency in project management methodologies and MS Project.
• > Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards for industrial installations.
• > Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• > Ability to balance site presence with remote responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical project lifecycles, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
• Coordinate with design engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Oversee procurement of electrical equipment and materials per specifications.
• Supervise on-site electrical installations, ensuring adherence to drawings, safety, and quality.
• Conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings.
• Identify and manage project risks and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes and standards.
• Prepare project reports, documentation, and handover packages.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical and logistical issues during execution.

Skills

Project management

Electrical systems

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga to oversee electrical project lifecycles from planning to handover. You will coordinate with designers, contractors, and clients, develop schedules and budgets, and supervise on-site installations to meet safety and quality standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience with industrial electrical projects, including power distribution and automation.