Senior Electrical Engineer: Lead Power & Control Systems

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

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.