Senior Electrical Engineer: Infrastructure Leader – Polokwane

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Polokwane to lead infrastructure projects. You will design power distribution and lighting systems, manage technical delivery, and mentor junior engineers on site and in the office.

Requirements: Pr.Eng. with ECSA, Master’s in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years for infrastructure experience; strong CAD skills and client liaison capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA required.
• 10+ years of electrical infra experience and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for infrastructure projects (roads, utilities, public facilities).
• Develop detailed electrical drawings, specs, and tender docs.
• Oversee installations and provide on-site technical support.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure safety and standards compliance.
• Perform power system analysis including load calculations.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical design

Power distribution

CAD

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Polokwane to lead infrastructure projects. You will design power distribution and lighting systems, manage technical delivery, and mentor junior engineers on site and in the office.

Requirements: Pr.Eng. with ECSA, Master’s in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years for infrastructure experience; strong CAD skills and client liaison capabilities.