Senior Electrical Engineering Leader with Strategic Impact

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Executive allowances

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager in Soweto to lead the engineering division, drive design and project execution, and shape the technical direction of the organization. This senior role emphasizes strategic influence, safety, and high performance.

The incumbent will oversee teams, budgets, and initiatives across electrical systems, ensuring compliant, efficient delivery and ongoing innovation in a dynamic Gauteng environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering; MBA advantageous.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience with at least 5 years in management.
• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) with ECSA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of projects.
• Develop and implement strategic engineering initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, standards, and QMS.
• Manage relationships with clients, suppliers, and regulators.
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes and technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

MBA advantageous

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager in Soweto to lead the engineering division, drive design and project execution, and shape the technical direction of the organization. This senior role emphasizes strategic influence, safety, and high performance.

The incumbent will oversee teams, budgets, and initiatives across electrical systems, ensuring compliant, efficient delivery and ongoing innovation in a dynamic Gauteng environment.