Lead Electrical Engineer (Construction & Mining)

Lead Electrical Engineer, Designer

7 years’ experience

EPC (Engineering Procurement Construction) background and PR registered

Must be a designer on structures

South African candidates only

Immediate availability

R50 000.00 - R60 000.00

A Lead Electrical Engineer Designer is a professional who leads and manages the electrical design process in projects, ensuring designs meet standards and project requirements. They are responsible for overseeing junior engineers, coordinating with other teams, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This role often requires strong leadership, technical expertise in electrical systems, and experience in design, construction, and project management.

Key Responsibilities :

• Team Leadership :

Leading and mentoring a team of electrical engineers and designers, providing guidance and direction on technical matters.

Overseeing the electrical design process from concept to completion, ensuring designs are accurate, efficient, and compliant with relevant standards and regulations.

Collaborating with other teams (e.g., architects, mechanical engineers, construction teams) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.

Applying in-depth knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, control systems, and safety regulations.

Developing and managing project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure projects are completed within established constraints.

Ensuring the quality and accuracy of electrical designs, conducting design reviews, and implementing quality control measures.

Essential Skills and Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Significant experience in electrical design, ideally within a consulting engineering or design-build environment.

Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit), knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., IEC, NEC), and experience with power systems, lighting design, and control systems.

Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage projects, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges and ensure project success.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present technical information to various audiences.

In the context of Pretoria, South Africa, a Lead Electrical Engineer Designer would be involved in diverse projects, including :

Designing electrical systems for factories, offices, and retail spaces.

Designing and implementing power distribution, backup systems, and cooling infrastructure for data centres.

Contributing to the design of electrical systems for transportation networks, power plants, and other infrastructure developments.

Designing electrical systems for solar farms, wind turbines, and other renewable energy technologies.