Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Professional development support

Exposure to high-profile projects

Collaborative engineering culture

Sustainable infrastructure development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the electrical design for major building projects. You will drive concepts through construction documentation, ensuring quality, safety, and performance in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a strong background in building services, extensive experience with BIM, and hands-on leadership to mentor junior engineers while coordinating with multiple disciplines on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design for commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings.
• Proficiency with BIM tools and design software.
• Deep knowledge of SANS and local electrical regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for building services (power distribution, lighting, earthing, lightning protection).
• Develop detailed electrical layouts, schematics, and single-line diagrams.
• Perform load calculations and energy assessments; ensure code compliance.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, structural, and architectural disciplines.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure design integrity and conformance to specs.
• Manage design projects, including timelines, budgets, and client communication.

Skills

Electrical design

BIM tools

Project management

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their esteemed firm in Pretoria . This role demands exceptional expertise in electrical systems design for a variety of complex building and infrastructure projects. You will lead the design process from concept through to construction documentation, ensuring that all designs meet stringent quality, safety, and performance standards. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape major projects and contribute to the built environment in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design for building services, including power distribution, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection systems.
• Develop detailed electrical layouts, schematics, single-line diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform load assessments, energy calculations, and compliance checks with relevant building codes and standards.
• Coordinate electrical designs with other disciplines, such as mechanical, structural, and architectural.
• Conduct site inspections during construction to ensure design integrity and adherence to specifications.
• Manage design projects, including timelines, budgets, and client communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical design engineering for commercial, industrial, or institutional buildings.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design software, including BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools.
• Deep understanding of South African National Standards (SANS) and local electrical regulations.
• Experience in managing project deliverables and mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong technical acumen and excellent report writing skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further certifications.
• Exposure to high-profile projects in and around Pretoria .
• A supportive and collaborative engineering culture.
• Contribution to the development of sustainable and efficient infrastructure.