Senior Industrial Electrical Project Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Medical aid, life insurance, provident

Hybrid work arrangement

Career advancement opportunities

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to manage electrical aspects of large-scale industrial plant projects in Richards Bay. You will oversee planning, design, procurement, installation and commissioning of electrical systems, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years in industrial project management, with proficiency in MS Project or Primavera, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management and electrical engineering within an industrial setting.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large capital projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee design and engineering of electrical infrastructure for industrial plants, including power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and control costs effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, codes, and client specifications.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for project-related challenges.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to manage electrical aspects of large-scale industrial plant projects in Richards Bay. You will oversee planning, design, procurement, installation and commissioning of electrical systems, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 7+ years in industrial project management, with proficiency in MS Project or Primavera, and strong