LESEDI – Senior Electrical Engineer Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE

We are looking for a Mid-level to Senior-Level Electrical Engineer to lead and manage the Electrical Engineering function within our design projects. You will deliver compliant, safe, and technically sound electrical designs; support tendering and project execution; and provide specialist expertise to multidisciplinary teams, while upholding the highest quality and safety standards.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Electrical Design and Engineering Development

• Develop and review electrical designs in line with project specifications and standards.
• Perform electrical calculations, including cable sizing, voltage drop, short circuit and load flow studies.
• Participate in concept and detailed design phases.
• Conduct site investigations and gather design input data for brownfield projects
• Ensure all designs meet safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

Project and Technical Management

• Manage the Electrical section and coordinate team activities.
• Plan and allocate engineering resources to meet project timelines
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
• Provide input into project schedules and deliverables tracking.
• Monitor progress and resolve technical issues during project execution.

Tendering and Cost Estimation

• Analyse client requirements and define the electrical project scope.
• Prepare technical specifications for procurement.
• Compile Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and equipment classifications.
• Contribute to cost estimations and commercial proposals.
• Develop and review tender documentation and submissions.

Project Execution, Testing and Commissioning

• Support fabrication and installation phases
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities.
• Keep plant documentation updated and maintained.
• Verify system performance against design requirements.
• Provide technical support during project close-out

QUALIFICATION

• BSc Engineering or BEng in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) with ECSA
• Valid driver’s licence

EXPERIENCE

• Mid-Level: Minimum of 5-9 years’ relevant experience in multidisciplinary engineering design
• Senior Level: Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience in multidisciplinary engineering design
• Proven experience in energy, power generation, mining or heavy industrial projects
• Experience in design, tendering and project execution environments

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Electrical power system design and analysis
• OHS Act and safety regulations
• Quality systems (ISO, ASME, IAEA)
• Engineering software tools (e.g. ETAP)

Behaviour

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and self-driven
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented, with leadership capability
• Adaptable and willing to travel and work flexible hours

Skills

• Advanced electrical design and analytical capability
• Technical report writing and documentation
• Project planning and coordination
• Cost estimation and tender preparation
• Stakeholder and multidisciplinary coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making

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