Lead Electrical Engineer

MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to manage their South African team. This role involves providing technical leadership on diverse projects within a global context. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, professional registration, and extensive design experience, particularly with industrial buildings and data centers. This is a remote opportunity that offers the chance to contribute significantly to business growth and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Professional registration with ECSA as a PrEng or PrTech.
• Extensive experience in electrical design and installations.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the South African Electrical Engineering team and oversee project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and support throughout project lifecycles.
• Collaborate with global teams and foster client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer ready to lead a dynamic team and make a global impact? We're looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to head our clients South African Electrical Engineering team.

What you'll do:

· Lead and manage the South African Electrical Engineering team, overseeing performance, career growth, and project delivery.

· Provide technical leadership and support on projects, ensuring high-quality electrical work packages from design to delivery.

· Contribute to business growth by providing input on bids and proposals, and supporting the Director Advisory Group on strategic initiatives.

· Oversee the full project lifecycle, including scope definition, design, documentation, calculations, and technical specifications.

· Collaborate across borders with our global teams, participating in factory acceptance tests and site commissioning activities.

· Foster strong client and vendor relationships, ensuring effective communication and continuous technical development.

What you'll bring:

· A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

· Professional registration with ECSA as a PrEng or PrTech.

· Extensive experience in electrical design and/or installation within a consulting engineering environment, particularly with data centre and industrial building design, construction oversight, and commissioning.

· Strong knowledge of design and construction industry standards.

· An entrepreneurial, proactive, and results-oriented approach with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work remotely, optimize internal processes, and share your expertise within a continuously growing global company.

A recruitment consultant will be in touch within 3 days, if you are a suitable candidate. Should you not hear from us within the given time, please consider your application unsuccessful

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About MSP Staffing (PTY) LTD

MSP Staffing is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuseson the Engineering & Construction, Mining, Finance, Trade & Technical,Supply Chain, Information Technology and Medical and Pharmaceutical sectors.

MSP Staffing is dedicated to connecting top talent withopportunities both locally and abroad. With this in mind, our team of seasonedprofessionals bring a wealth of industry knowledge and a global perspective tothe table. We have a deep understanding of the dynamic employment landscape anda proven track record of matching top-tier professionals with prestigiouscompanies.

Whether you're a talented individual seeking the perfectrole or a forward-thinking organization in need of exceptional talent, MSPStaffing have the expertise to make it happen