Electrical Design Engineer (EC&I)

Key Responsibilities

• Design MV and LV electrical distribution systems.
• Produce detailed electrical engineering designs and project documentation.
• Develop single-line diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Design Motor Control Centres (MCCs), distribution boards and control panels.
• Prepare cable schedules, termination drawings and equipment layouts.
• Specify electrical equipment and prepare technical documentation for procurement.
• Perform electrical load calculations, cable sizing and protection coordination.
• Design and integrate industrial control systems.
• Work closely with PLC, SCADA and Automation Engineers during project execution.
• Provide engineering support during manufacturing, installation and commissioning.
• Assist with FAT, SAT and commissioning activities.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant South African standards and client specifications.
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng / BSc / BTech in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial electrical design.
• Experience within industrial plants, mining, manufacturing, water treatment, power generation or process industries.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • MV & LV Distribution
  • Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
  • Power Distribution Systems
  • Industrial Control Systems
  • Instrumentation
• Experience producing electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software.
• Knowledge of SANS and IEC electrical standards.
• Experience preparing engineering documentation for construction and commissioning.

Advantageous Experience

• PLC and SCADA systems.
• Industrial automation projects.
• Harmonic mitigation and power quality studies.
• ETAP, DIgSILENT, EPLAN or similar electrical design software.
• Professional registration with ECSA or working towards registration.
• Site commissioning experience.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.