Senior Electrical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical engineering projects from concept through to completion.
• Develop and review detailed electrical designs, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements.
• Prepare scopes of work, technical specifications, bill of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Engineers, Engineers-in-Training, and CAD Operators.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure engineering quality and accuracy.
• Support project scoping, budgeting, tender evaluations, and contract administration.
• Identify opportunities for design optimization and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Assist with commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support when required.

Technical Responsibilities

• Medium and low-voltage electrical system design.
• MCC design and review in accordance with IEC 61439 standards.
• Substation and transformer design.
• Electrical equipment selection and specification.
• Cable sizing, routing, and cable racking design.
• Lighting and small power design.
• Protection and control system design.
• PLC and SCADA system integration.
• Power distribution and industrial plant electrical design.
• Compliance with legal electrical and safety requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• BEng or BTech Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech Eng. will be highly advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years' experience in electrical engineering design and project execution.
• Proven experience within mining, industrial, or heavy engineering environments.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong exposure to industrial plant design and electrical infrastructure projects.

Knowledge and Skills

• Sound knowledge of SANS standards and international electrical engineering standards.
• Thorough understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Strong technical and commercial awareness.
• Proficiency in electrical engineering design software.
• Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while leading project teams.