Senior Automotive Electrical Engineer - Ev Powertrain

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead electrical design across project lifecycle, including LV/MV up to 132 kV, load lists, diagrams, fault level calculations, and BMS interfaces. You will prepare concept designs, evaluate technical and commercial options, and mentor junior staff.

Required qualifications include a BSc/BEng (or MSc) and professional ECSA registration. The role emphasizes design quality, safety standards, and client-facing project delivery on infrastructure

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the built environment after obtainment of qualification.
• Professionally registered as an Engineer with the ECSA.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in engineering from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Electrical engineering and design across project phases according to standards.
• Prepare concept design and evaluate options based on objectives.
• Develop and check equipment purchase specifications and RFQs.

Skills

8+ years experience

Education

Bachelor of Science or Engineering

Master of Science or Engineering

Job description

****Company Description****

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

****Job Description****

Here is what you will be doing:

• Primary responsibilities will include the following:

Preparation and management of schedules, estimates, progress reports, meetings, procurement etc.

Electrical engineering and design during all project phases according to client, national and international standards.

Assessing of Client / Project Electrical Engineering Requirements.

Prepare concept design and the ability to objectively evaluate both technically and commercially, different options based upon project objectives / requirements.

Cost Estimation of electrical Engineering scope of work, including equipment and construction costs. Detailed Electrical Engineering of LV and MV (up to 132kV) including the development and checking of :

• Load Lists
• Single Line Diagrams
• Network Diagrams
• Electrical Schematic Diagrams
• Hazardous Area Classification
• Diversification and Load factors.
• Electrical Network Design
• Fault Level Calculations
• Motor start-up and Protection Schemes (MV and LV)
• Protection Schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of Protection settings.
• CT Specification.
• Power Metering specification and interface to Energy / Building Management Systems.
• Cable Routing Design
• Cable Sizing Calculations
• Lighting Calculations, modelling and layouts.
• Earthing Risk Assessments, earthing system design, Earthing layouts.
• Specification of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution Boards, Motor Control Centres, Transformers, Motors, VSD's, Soft starters, UPS's, Power Factor Correction, Filters, Cables, Lighting, BMS and communication systems.
• Fire detection Systems layouts and Specification.
• Specification of Construction Standards of installation.
• Interface with PLC's, DCS systems and Building Management Systems and design the interface Control Systems.
• Interface with Energy Efficiency and providing energy efficient electrical solutions.
• Interface and Familiar with Quality of Power Supply requirements and evaluation.
• Design schemes to reduce Electromagnetic interference and specify EMC requirements.
• Design and specify communications systems with Electrical equipment / systems including Serial Communications using Profibus / fieldbus, Ethernet etc.

Perform and check system studies (e.g. short circuit; load flow and protection coordination).

Utilise vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design.

Participate and Perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.

Develop and check equipment purchase specification and develop RFQ's (e.g. MV and LV switchboards; D/B.s, MCC's, power transformers, Power factor Correction motors, VSDs, UPSs Filters, Cables, Lighting, BMS and communication systems).

Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts.

Develop tender documentation, adjudicate tenders, provide re-measurement of works and approve contract claims.

Prepare Project Scheduling and Planning, developing basic Bar-charts for Electrical Engineering input to project management team.

Manage progress & quality control activities for equipment manufacture.

Conduct vendor inspections and factory acceptance testing of equipment.

Manage switchgear and specialist equipment contractors.

Provide field engineering support to construction and commissioning teams.

Project handover and closeout documentation.

Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Assist in the setting up of standard engineering documentation and methodology for the electrical engineering unit.

Develop Client relations and extend the client base.

Assist in the preparation of tenders for Electrical unit workload.

****Qualifications****

• 8+ Years' experience within the built environment after obtainment of Qualification
• Bachelor of Science or Engineering from an accredited University
• Master of Science or Engineering preferred
• Professionally registered as an Engineer with ECSA

****Additional Information****

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

****About AECOM****

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

****What makes AECOM a great place to work****

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.