Senior Electrical Engineer

Persona Staff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the agricultural sector is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Cape Town. This role involves designing electrical systems, managing projects, and supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and relevant experience, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar role required.
• Good communication skills in both English and Afrikaans.
• Knowledge of greenhouse construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Calculating and designing electrical systems for projects.
• Selecting components and documenting processes.
• Supporting Project Manager with schedules and supervision of Junior Engineers.

Skills

Communication in English

Communication in Afrikaans

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Matric certificate

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Navisworks

SEE Electrical

Job description

Our client in the agricultural sector is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team. This role will report directly to the Head of Engineering.

POSITION INFO : Responsibilities :

• Calculating the required electrical systems, such as switchboards, cable reticulation and supporting systems, lighting plans, integration with PLCâs (including I / O lists and communication networks).
• Calculating electrical demands and load profiles.
• Producing electrical diagrams and drawings, including drawing packages for the contractors and sub-contractors.
• Selecting components that meet the design and budget requirements and compiling accurate order lists.
• Consultation with the sales, production and implementation departments regarding the organization and progress of the projects.
• Complying with the schedule, budget, technical specifications and quality requirements of the projects.
• Make adjustments for additional demands that emerge during the implementation of the project, registration of contract variations.
• Support the Project Manager with preparing work schedules and allocating resources, as well as supervising Junior Engineers.
• Documenting processes and presenting project progress updates to senior managers and clients.

Requirements :

• Matric certificate.
• 3+ years in a similar role.
• Must have good communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Computer proficiency.
• Drivers license.
• Knowledge of greenhouse construction.
• Ability to work under pressure and have a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of the packages including Inventor, SolidWorks, Navisworks or SEE Electrical.
• Problem solving and organizational skills.

To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

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