Senior Power Systems Engineer - Design & Reliability

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in power systems to lead design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure for industrial and commercial projects.

You will oversee load calculations, protection schemes, and coordination with clients and project teams to ensure reliable, compliant power systems. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills and a track record of delivering complex projects on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical engineering with power systems specialization.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and ETAP.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power system schematics and layouts.
• Conduct load calculations and equipment sizing for projects.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international codes (SANS, IEC).
• Oversee installation and commissioning, providing technical support.
• Perform fault analysis and recommend improvements for reliability.

Skills

Power systems

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 in East London seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in power systems to lead design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical infrastructure for industrial and commercial projects.

You will oversee load calculations, protection schemes, and coordination with clients and project teams to ensure reliable, compliant power systems. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills and a track record of delivering complex projects on time.