Senior Electrical Project Lead – Industrial Infrastructure

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong project management for our East London office. You will lead the electrical design and oversee large-scale industrial projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to quality standards.

You will manage contractor coordination, site supervision, and stakeholder communication, mentor junior engineers, and drive safe, compliant installations across power distribution, automation, and control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years in electrical engineering with 4+ years in PM/lead roles on industrial projects.
• Experience managing complex industrial electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read complex electrical drawings and specifications.
• Willing to be based in East London for full-time office work.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering across industrial projects from inception to completion.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure delivery.
• Design and develop electrical systems including power distribution, control, and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with external electrical contractors and vendors.
• Conduct site inspections and provide guidance during construction and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

leadership

project management

electrical design

power distribution

automation

control systems

site supervision

vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with strong project management for our East London office. You will lead the electrical design and oversee large-scale industrial projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to quality standards.

You will manage contractor coordination, site supervision, and stakeholder communication, mentor junior engineers, and drive safe, compliant installations across power distribution, automation, and control systems.