South Africa: Electrical Engineer posted by Headhunters

Our client, a prominent brand, is looking to employ an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their team based in Pretoria.

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc) or equivalent.

• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer/Professional Technologist or working towards registration.

• Minimum 58 years relevant experience in consulting engineering, including electrical design, tender documentation, and project management.

• Proven experience in energy optimisation, renewable energy solutions, and electrical systems integration.

• Strong knowledge of SA and local standards, regulations, and technical legislation.

• Experience with compiling BoQs, tender specifications, priced bills, and engineering drawings.

• Skilled in project and construction management in line with ECSA standards.

• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD (or similar design software), and project management tools.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

• Strong business acumen with budgeting, financial control, and resource management capabilities.

• Valid drivers licence and willingness to travel nationally/internationally as required.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical

• Deliver general consulting engineering functions, with a focus on electrical engineering, energy optimisation, and renewable energy solutions.

• Undertake electrical design work, compile tender documentation, BoQs, priced bills, and engineering drawings.

• Ensure compliance with ECSA standards, SA/local regulations, and technical legislation.

• Research and implement new and more efficient electrical and energy systems.

Project & Construction Management

• Manage allocated projects from inception to completion in accordance with ECSA procedures.

• Support tender submissions and assist with compiling methodologies and technical reports.

• Oversee risk management and quality management protocols (QMS) on projects.

• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and the Comapny’s national team to ensure project deliverables are met.

Office & Business Management

• Attend and report on weekly project progress meetings.

• Contribute to strategic planning and management sessions.

• Manage budgets, monthly cash flows, and QAD 38 documents.

• Implement and maintain office management, administrative, and control systems.

• Oversee timesheet reporting, recoverability tracking, and performance incentives.

• Assist with marketing, identifying new business opportunities, and preparing RFPs/tender proposals.

• Manage logistics, including IT hardware/software, stationery, fuel, and disbursements.

Please note that should you not receive feedback within TWO weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.