Senior Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development and implementation of advanced electrical systems across multiple projects.

You will perform detailed engineering calculations, collaborate with project teams, oversee installation and commissioning, troubleshoot issues, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, focusing on system design and project management.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical) and simulation tools (ETAP, Pspice).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses to validate designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and technicians to ensure seamless integration of electrical components.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during design, construction, or operation phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the engineering team.

Skills

Power systems

Control systems

Instrumentation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

ETAP

Pspice

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg . This role is integral to the design, development, and implementation of innovative electrical systems and solutions that drive our client's projects forward. You will work on challenging projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality electrical engineering outputs. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant impact in a growing organization, contributing to projects that are at the forefront of electrical innovation and infrastructure development within the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses to validate designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and technicians to ensure seamless integration of electrical components.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues that arise during design, construction, or operation phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on system design and project management.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical) and simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, Pspice).
• Strong understanding of power systems, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Experience with project documentation, including technical specifications and reports.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects in Pietermaritzburg .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further certifications.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation.