Senior Electrical Design & On-Site Install Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Annual bonus

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design and Installation Engineer to join our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will design electrical systems for new constructions and renovations, produce detailed CAD drawings, and supervise installation teams on-site to ensure compliance with SA standards.

The role requires strong project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with travel within the North West.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in electrical design and site installation supervision.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar electrical design software.
• Thorough knowledge of South African electrical standards (SANS) and regulations.
• Experience with low and medium voltage distribution systems, lighting design, and standby power systems.
• Strong understanding of construction project management principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills for site supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple project timelines.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the North West province.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical systems for new constructions and renovations, including power distribution, lighting, and earthing systems.
• Producing detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications using CAD software.
• Overseeing the procurement of electrical materials and equipment, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Managing and supervising electrical installation teams on construction sites.
• Ensuring all electrical work adheres to national electrical regulations, building codes, and safety standards.
• Conducting site inspections, quality checks, and progress reporting.
• Troubleshooting and resolving electrical installation issues during the construction phase.
• Coordinating with other disciplines (mechanical, structural) to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Performing commissioning and testing of electrical systems prior to handover.
• Maintaining project documentation and ensuring as-built drawings are accurate.

Skills

Electrical design

On-site supervision

Leadership

Team coordination

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Design and Installation Engineer to join our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will design electrical systems for new constructions and renovations, produce detailed CAD drawings, and supervise installation teams on-site to ensure compliance with SA standards.

The role requires strong project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with travel within the North West.