Lead Electrical Designer

Trs Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Trs Staffing Solutions, Inc. seeks a Lead Electrical Designer to provide technical leadership and oversee electrical design activities on mining, energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects. The role is based in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities include coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces, mentoring design teams, and delivering design deliverables from concept through construction, ensuring quality and compliance to standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in electrical design for mining, minerals processing, oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects.
• Leadership experience managing electrical design teams on EPCM/EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, lighting and grounding, cables and raceway, motor installations, and hazardous area design.
• Practical field and construction support experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical design teams on medium to large-scale projects.
• Develop, review, and approve electrical design deliverables and 3D model outputs.
• Perform and review electrical design calculations (lighting, cable sizing, voltage drop, raceway design, panel board sizing, grounding).
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, and construction teams.
• Review vendor documentation for compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Develop project schedules, staffing plans, progress reports, and manpower forecasts.
• Support design reviews, model reviews, constructability assessments, and site activities.
• Drive quality, safety, and technical excellence throughout project execution.
• Mentor and develop designers while promoting best practices.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team development

Mentoring

Project planning

Coordination

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Smart 3D

Hexagon Smart Electrical

Smart Review

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Designer to provide technical leadership and oversee electrical design activities on major mining, energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for managing design deliverables, coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces, mentoring design teams, and ensuring the successful execution of projects from concept through construction. The role is based in Johannesburg.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise electrical design teams on medium to large-scale projects.
• Develop, review, and approve electrical design deliverables and 3D model outputs.
• Perform and review electrical design calculations, including lighting, cable sizing, voltage drop, raceway design, panel board sizing, and grounding systems.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, clients, vendors, and construction teams.
• Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Develop project schedules, staffing plans, progress reports, and manpower forecasts.
• Support design reviews, model reviews, constructability assessments, and site activities.
• Drive quality, safety, and technical excellence throughout project execution.
• Mentor and develop designers while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Skills Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in electrical design within mining, minerals processing, oil & gas, energy, or industrial projects.
• Proven leadership experience managing electrical design teams on EPCM/EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Power distribution systems.
  • Lighting and grounding design.
  • Cable and raceway systems.
  • Motor and equipment installations.
  • Hazardous area design principles.
• Practical field and construction support experience.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in:
  • AutoCAD.
  • Smart 3D.
  • Hexagon Smart Electrical.
  • Smart Review.
  • Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of electrical design standards, specifications, and industry codes.

Key Competencies:

• Technical leadership.
• Team development and mentoring.
• Project planning and coordination.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Client relationship management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.