Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Industrial)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for industrial applications, based on-site in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on leading electrical design for manufacturing plants, including power distribution, motor control, instrumentation, and automation within heavy industrial projects.

You will develop detailed schematics, validate designs against industry standards, and collaborate with project teams to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design engineering with an industrial focus.
• Experience with industrial power distribution, motor controls and process automation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN.
• Experience with ETAP and SKM is desirable.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical codes, standards and safety practices.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is preferred.
• On-site work in Port Elizabeth and willingness to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Lead electrical design for new industrial facilities and upgrades.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, wiring diagrams.
• Specify equipment such as switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, and control components.
• Perform power system analysis including load calculations and arc flash analysis.
• Design motor control systems (DOL, VFD, soft starters).
• Oversee selection of instrumentation and process control devices.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IEC, SANS and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers and site personnel for project execution.
• Conduct site visits for design verification, installation, commissioning support.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff.

Conocimientos

Power distribution

Motor control

Instrumentation

Automation systems

Project management

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration (preferred)

Herramientas

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

ETAP

SKM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a major industrial firm with operations in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , is actively seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with a specialization in industrial applications. This critical role involves leading the design and development of electrical systems for manufacturing plants, processing facilities, and heavy industrial projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in power distribution, motor control, instrumentation, and automation systems within an industrial context. You will be responsible for ensuring that all electrical designs are safe, efficient, compliant with industry standards, and meet the specific operational needs of our clients. This position offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the operational success of key industrial facilities. Working on-site in Port Elizabeth allows for direct engagement with project teams and facilities. We are committed to operational excellence and seek engineers who can contribute to optimizing industrial processes through robust electrical engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design for new industrial facilities and upgrades to existing plants.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Specify electrical equipment such as switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, and control components.
• Perform power system analysis, including load calculations, short-circuit studies, and arc flash hazard analysis.
• Design and implement motor control systems, including DOL, VFD, and soft starter applications.
• Oversee the selection and specification of instrumentation and process control devices.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industrial electrical codes (e.g., NEC, IEC, SANS) and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and site personnel to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct site visits for design verification, installation supervision, and commissioning support.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong focus on industrial sectors (e.g., automotive, manufacturing, chemical processing).
• Proven experience with industrial power distribution systems, motor controls, and process automation.
• Proficiency in electrical CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
• Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, SKM) is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial electrical codes, standards, and safety practices.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape and travel to other sites as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Excellent career growth prospects within a growing industrial player.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging industrial projects.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.
• Generous annual leave.
• Supportive and professional work environment.