Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Schneider Electric Gruppe; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial technology is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer. This role involves leading power systems design, ensuring compliance with IEC standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Join a mission-driven team that values sustainability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Over 8 years of experience in electrical power systems designs.
• Professional registration with ECSA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of power systems for turnkey projects.
• Oversee site services including commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster knowledge sharing.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Job Description - Senior Electrical Design Engineer (0091NJ)

Job Description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer - 0091NJ

S chneider’s purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On.

Our mission is to be a trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers.

Your Mission:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Design Engineer with comprehensive experience in power systems designs & control (/automation), and a strong background in both design and site services. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of successful turnkey projects, technical leadership, and collaborative teamwork. Professional registration with ECSA is desired.

YourRole–Magichappenswhenyoubringgreatpeople together

• Lead and contribute to the design and engineering of power systems & control solutions for turnkey projects.
• Provide technical expertise in the development and implementation of electrical designs, ensuring compliance with relevant IEC standards.
• Oversee and coordinate site services, including commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support during project execution.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs with overall project requirements.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and demonstrate strong leadership in challenging situations.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Over 8 years of experience in the field.
• Extensive experience in electrical power systems designs, protection & control, mostly in medium voltage distribution & transmission.
• Knowledge of Schneider Electric or similar solutions is advantageous.
• Knowledge in control & monitoring systems (SCADA) is advantageous.
• Proven success in leading technically and playing a team player role within the business & in projects.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant IEC,SANS Etc standards and best practices.
• Professional registration with ECSA (desirable).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.