Lead Electrical Distribution Engineer - Growth & Impact

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension fund contributions

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Distribution Engineer for our Randburg, Gauteng client. You will lead a team overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of the distribution network to ensure safe, reliable power delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years in distribution with 3+ in leadership, and Pr.Eng registration. You’ll drive capital projects and mentor staff in a dynamic utility environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in electrical distribution systems engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with distribution network analysis software (CYME, PSS SINCAL).
• Pr. Eng registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of the electrical distribution network.
• Develop long-term capital investment plans for distribution network upgrades and expansion.
• Oversee planning and execution of distribution system protection and control strategies.
• Analyze system performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Manage distribution substation projects, including equipment specification, tender evaluation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and safety protocols.
• Develop and manage budgets for distribution engineering projects and operations.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, fostering technical expertise and collaboration.
• Respond to and manage major network incidents and outages.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CYME

PSS SINCAL

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Electrical Distribution Engineer for our Randburg, Gauteng client. You will lead a team overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of the distribution network to ensure safe, reliable power delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 8+ years in distribution with 3+ in leadership, and Pr.Eng registration. You’ll drive capital projects and mentor staff in a dynamic utility environment.