Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Infrastructure Projects

Our client, a distinguished engineering consultancy firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects, is looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Benoni, Gauteng. This role involves leading the electrical design aspects of major projects, including power distribution, substations, and renewable energy integration. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical system design, project management, and a thorough understanding of relevant South African regulations and standards.

This is a significant opportunity to play a key role in shaping the region's infrastructure development.

• Lead the electrical design for large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
• Develop detailed electrical system designs, including single-line diagrams, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Perform load calculations, power flow studies, and short-circuit analysis.
• Specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switch gear, cables, and protection relays.
• Oversee the preparation of design drawings, documentation, and tender packages.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for electrical design components.
• Review designs prepared by junior engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and international standards (e.g., SANS, IEC).
• Conduct site visits for project verification, construction support, and commissioning activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong focus on infrastructure projects (e.g., power distribution, substations, industrial facilities).
• Proven experience in leading design teams and managing project deliverables.
• Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, ETAP, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of power system analysis, protection principles, and low/medium/high voltage equipment.
• Familiarity with South African electrical regulations, building codes, and relevant standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Registered Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) with ECSA is essential.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Experience in renewable energy integration is a plus.

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Involvement in challenging and high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Contribution to significant societal development through infrastructure enhancement.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in Benoni.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Potential for flexible working arrangements within the hybrid model.