Lead Electrical Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Career development opportunities

Company vehicle / travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Project Electrical Engineer to manage and execute electrical engineering projects in Paarl, South Africa. You will oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and to high-quality standards, while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 6 years of project engineering/management experience, and strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project engineering or project management within electrical engineering.
• Experience managing projects involving power systems, building services, or industrial installations.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of electrical engineering projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource requirements, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution.
• Perform technical reviews of designs, specifications, and installation work to ensure quality and compliance.
• Oversee site activities, including installation, commissioning, and testing of electrical systems.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders, providing regular progress updates.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Project Electrical Engineer to manage and execute electrical engineering projects in Paarl, South Africa. You will oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and to high-quality standards, while coordinating with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 6 years of project engineering/management experience, and strong leadership and