Senior Electrical Engineer - Automation (Gauteng)

JobFit Staffing Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JobFit Staffing Solutions in Gauteng seeks a registered Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng/Pr.Tech) to lead dual managerial and technical duties for heavy industrial electrical design in mining plants.

The role covers MCC layout, PLC/SCADA integration basics, cost management, tendering, and client contracts, with mentoring of junior engineers to secure robust, compliant project delivery. Candidates should show a track record of on-site leadership and adherence to SANS and MHSA standards.

Qualifications

• BEng Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Pr.Eng/Tech status preferred.
• 10+ years post-qualification experience in site operations and electrical design of mining infrastructure.
• Experience in heavy industrial plant layout and engineering design environments.
• Proficiency with industry-standard electrical design and simulation software.
• Strong knowledge of SANS standards and MHSA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex electrical and automation designs in line with client specs and standards.
• Oversee cost management, variations, and value engineering across projects.
• Mentor engineers and supervise on-site testing, commissioning, and documentation.
• Prepare technical Scopes of Work and tender documentation.
• Collaborate with clients during contract phases (NEC, FIDIC, GCC).

Education

BEng Electrical Engineering

Pr.Eng/Tech

10+ years experience

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

We are looking for an ECSA-registered Professional (Pr. Eng / Pr. Tech) to join our team in a dual managerial and technical capacity. This role is perfect for a senior engineer who excels at industrial/mining plant design, MCCs, and basic PLC/SCADA architecture, but also possesses strong commercial acumen in cost management, tendering, and client contracts.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• BEng Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent NQF (preference) or BTech/MTech
• Pr.Eng/Tech in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years of post-qualification experience spanning hands-on site operations and electrical design infrastructure
• Proven proficiency utilizing industry-standard electrical design and simulation software packages
• Extensive experience in heavy industrial plant layout and engineering design environments
• Solid track record executing engineering designs specifically tailored for mining infrastructure and deep/surface mining operations
• Practical knowledge of Motor Control Centre (MCC) topology, layout design, and component specification
• Fundamental understanding of industrial automation, including the integration of PLC architectures and SCADA supervisory control systems
• Strong equipment and technical product knowledge across medium and low-voltage distribution hardware
• Deep operational understanding of SANS standards and regulatory wiring codes (including SANS 10142)
• Thorough working knowledge of statutory health and safety frameworks, specifically the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA)

Responsibilities:

• Lead, review, and execute complex electrical and automation designs, ensuring strict alignment with SANS standards, client specifications, and modern industry best practices
• Exercise strict financial oversight over project lifecycles, driving Capex/Opex cost management, variations control, and value engineering to optimize project margins
• Oversee workforce planning to ensure optimal utilization of engineering resources, while actively mentoring, coaching, and developing junior engineers and technical staff
• Authorize, review, and refine comprehensive technical Scopes of Work and specifications for integration into formal tender documentation
• Collaborate closely with clients during contract preparation phases, ensuring technical and commercial deliverables are accurately defined under standard engineering frameworks (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, or GCC)
• Supervise on-site testing and commissioning phases, ensuring the compilation of detailed, audit-ready commissioning reports and close-out documentation for client sign-off