Lead Electrical Design Engineer – Hybrid Building Services

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Continued professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Electrical Design Engineer in Randburg for a hybrid role balancing on-site client engagement with design work. You will lead electrical design across commercial, residential, and institutional building projects, driving innovative and sustainable systems.

The role requires a B.Eng/B.Sc in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years in building services, strong leadership, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and related software. ECSA Pr.Eng is advantageous.

Qualifications

• B.Eng or B.Sc in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical building services design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA is highly advantageous.
• Experience leading electrical design for complex building projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for building services projects from concept to construction documentation.
• Develop electrical system designs including lighting, power distribution, earthing, lightning protection, standby power, and fire alarm systems.
• Produce drawings, calculations, and specs using AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Amtech; ensure compliance with codes and client requirements.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and architectural teams; manage timelines and deliverables.
• Review shop drawings and site queries; mentor junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Communication

Project management

Education

B.Eng or B.Sc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Dialux

Amtech/Prolek

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Electrical Design Engineer in Randburg for a hybrid role balancing on-site client engagement with design work. You will lead electrical design across commercial, residential, and institutional building projects, driving innovative and sustainable systems.

The role requires a B.Eng/B.Sc in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years in building services, strong leadership, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and related software. ECSA Pr.Eng is advantageous.