Senior Electrical Design Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly attractive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund options

Paid time off

Professional development

Advanced design tools

Bonuses and rewards

Beautiful Stellenbosch location

Collaborative environment

Flexible work opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Specialist in Stellenbosch, Western Cape to lead complex electrical design initiatives. You will mentor junior engineers, set design standards, and ensure technical integrity from concept through implementation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of progressive electrical design experience, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical), and strong leadership and problem-solving skills in industrial or commercial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical design and system engineering.
• Experience designing electrical systems for industrial, commercial, or specialized applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process from concept to detailed engineering.
• Develop schematics, layouts, wiring diagrams, and control panel designs.
• Perform detailed calculations, simulations, and analyses to validate designs.
• Ensure designs meet national and international electrical standards and codes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to integrate systems.
• Oversee selection and specification of electrical components and equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Conduct design reviews and QA checks to maintain high standards.
• Troubleshoot design issues during execution and commissioning.
• Stay updated on new technologies and methodologies in electrical design.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks Electrical

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Electrical Design Specialist to lead critical design initiatives for their advanced engineering projects in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role requires a visionary engineer with a profound understanding of electrical design principles and a proven ability to translate complex requirements into robust, scalable, and efficient electrical systems. You will be responsible for mentoring junior engineers, setting design standards, and ensuring the technical integrity of projects from concept through to implementation. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, adept at problem-solving and driving innovation within electrical engineering disciplines. Join a prestigious firm that values technical excellence and offers a challenging and rewarding career path in the picturesque region of Stellenbosch, Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design process for complex projects, from conceptualization to detailed engineering.
• Develop comprehensive electrical schematics, layouts, wiring diagrams, and control panel designs.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses to validate designs.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant national and international electrical standards and codes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, project managers, and stakeholders to integrate electrical systems.
• Oversee the selection and specification of electrical components and equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior electrical engineers and designers.
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of work.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical design issues during project execution and commissioning.
• Stay updated on new technologies, materials, and methodologies in electrical design and engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in electrical design and system engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing electrical systems for industrial, commercial, or specialized applications.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical) and simulation tools.
• Deep understanding of power distribution, control systems, instrumentation, and safety systems.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions.
• Experience with project lifecycle management is essential.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Stellenbosch, Western Cape area.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary commensurate with expertise and experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund options.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Work on innovative and impactful projects in a beautiful setting like Stellenbosch, Western Cape .
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Access to advanced design and simulation tools.
• Potential for bonuses and performance-related rewards.