Senior Electrical Design Lead

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary
Comprehensive bonus structure
Top-tier health insurance
Retirement plan
Leadership training
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Lead to guide the design engineering team. You will oversee the electrical design process, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation in electrical system solutions.

You will review designs for accuracy, collaborate across disciplines, and help shape the strategic direction of the design department to ensure timely and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of electrical design experience with complex projects.
  • Proven leadership and team management experience.
  • Expertise in power, control, and distribution design.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of electrical design engineers.
  • Develop and enforce electrical design standards and best practices.
  • Review designs, schematics and documentation for accuracy.
  • Collaborate with project management and other engineering disciplines.
  • Drive continuous improvement in the electrical design process.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership
Electrical design
Power systems
Communication
Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software
Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and visionary Senior Electrical Design Lead to guide their design engineering team in Mahikeng . This leadership role involves overseeing the entire electrical design process, mentoring junior engineers, and driving innovation in electrical system solutions. You will be responsible for ensuring the technical integrity, quality, and timeliness of all electrical designs, playing a crucial part in the development of complex engineering projects and the strategic direction of the design department.


Key Responsibilities


  • Lead and manage a team of electrical design engineers, providing technical guidance and mentorship.

  • Oversee the development and implementation of electrical design standards and best practices.

  • Review and approve electrical designs, schematics, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.

  • Collaborate with project management and other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the electrical design process.

  • Contribute to the strategic planning and resource allocation for the design department.


Requirements


  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

  • Significant experience (10+ years) in electrical design, with a strong portfolio of complex projects.

  • Demonstrated experience in leading and managing engineering teams.

  • Expertise in power systems, control systems, and electrical distribution design.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Proficiency in advanced electrical design and simulation software.


Benefits


  • Executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.

  • Full executive benefits package, including top-tier health insurance and retirement plan.

  • Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership training.

  • Key role in shaping the future of engineering design within the company.

  • Dynamic and collaborative leadership environment.

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