Project Engineer: Electrical (Industrial Automation)

Job Description

• A leading industrial automation and system integration company is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Engineer: Electrical. You will be the delivery owner for concurrent projects, taking full accountability for scope, timeline, quality, and client communication from kick-off to close-out. The business currently has a strong pipeline of projects spanning the Automotive and Food & Beverage sectors (including international assignments and numerous smaller capital and operational projects)

Qualifications & Experience:

• National Diploma, BTech, or BEng in Electrical, Mechatronic, Automation, or related discipline
• 3-5 years' experience in industrial automation, systems integration, or electrical projects
• Food & Beverage/process industry experience is essential
• Experience with system integrators, automation companies, or engineering contractors advantageous
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and site team
• Strong technical drawing, P&ID, documentation, and stakeholder management skills

Advantageous:

• FMCG/Food & Beverage project experience
• PLC, E&I, and control systems exposure
• EPLAN or electrical drafting software knowledge
• International project delivery experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple E&I, automation, and industrial projects simultaneously.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors, providing technical direction and oversight.
• Coordinate procurement, materials, FATs, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Act as the primary client contact, managing risks, changes, and project communications.
• Monitor project progress, documentation, safety, quality, and compliance standards.