Senior Electrical Engineer — Power & Grid Leader (Vereeniging)

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Leave allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for power generation projects based in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead electrical design and oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems across substations, transmission lines, and related infrastructure.

You will bring a strong background in Power Systems, SCADA, and protection coordination, with 9+ years of experience and Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related specialization.
• Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA is mandatory.
• 9+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with focus on power generation, transmission or distribution.
• Experience in designing and managing large-scale electrical infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design and engineering for power generation projects, including renewables and conventional plants.
• Develop detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform load calculations, system studies, and equipment selection.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of electrical equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues during project execution and operation.
• Manage project budgets and schedules for cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure quality of installations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration with ECSA

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

AutoCAD Electrical

SCADA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer for power generation projects based in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead electrical design and oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems across substations, transmission lines, and related infrastructure.

You will bring a strong background in Power Systems, SCADA, and protection coordination, with 9+ years of experience and Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA.