Senior Electrical Engineer

About the position

Our client in the EPCM industry is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with over 10 years of experience to join their dynamic project execution team. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the electrical engineering discipline on complex, multidisciplinary projects across mining, infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of electrical systems on complex EPCM projects.
• Perform detailed electrical design including power distribution (LV, MV, HV), MCCs, substations, earthing, lighting, and protection systems.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and data sheets.
• Prepare electrical engineering deliverables such as SLDs, cable schedules, load lists, and equipment specifications.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (civil, mechanical, instrumentation) for integrated project delivery.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project execution.
• Conduct technical evaluations and vendor document reviews.
• Support procurement and construction phases with technical expertise.
• Provide mentoring and leadership to junior engineers and designers.
• Ensure compliance with local and international standards (SANS, IEC, IEEE, etc.).
• Manage budgets, schedule, and change controls for electrical scope.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and site inspections as required.

Requirements

• BSc / BEng in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in electrical engineering within the EPCM environment.
• Must be professional registered with ECSA (PrEng)
• Experience across full project lifecycle: feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, and construction support.
• Sound knowledge of SANS 10142, IEC, and other applicable electrical standards.
• Proficiency in electrical design tools such as ETAP, DigSilent, AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar.

Desired Skills:

• ETAP
• Autocad
• DigSilent
• EPLAN