Industrial Electrical Engineer — Lead Power & Automation

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for Vereeniging, South Africa, to lead design and implementation of electrical systems in heavy industrial environments. You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical infrastructure across manufacturing plants.

You will guide junior engineers, coordinate with site teams and vendors, and drive project execution from concept through commissioning in demanding industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering, focusing on manufacturing or processing plants.
• Proficiency in PLC/SCADA systems and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and specification of electrical systems for industrial plants, including power distribution, motor controls, and automation.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, control logic, and panel designs using CAD software.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations (e.g., OHS Act), and client specs.
• Collaborate with project teams, site personnel, and vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and maintenance staff.

Skills

Electrical systems

Industrial electrical

Leadership

Project management

PLC/SCADA

Safety standards

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer for Vereeniging, South Africa, to lead design and implementation of electrical systems in heavy industrial environments. You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical infrastructure across manufacturing plants.

You will guide junior engineers, coordinate with site teams and vendors, and drive project execution from concept through commissioning in demanding industrial settings.