Electrical Design Engineer

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team, with a core focus on power distribution and power quality. You will work alongside product and automation specialists to deliver technical solutions to the industrial and commercial sector, support ongoing R&D, and be a key contributor in the evolution of our energy portfolio. This is not just a design office job: you will have a real impact across technical support and solution architecture, supporting both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Electrical System Design:
  • Lead the design and specification of electrical and automation projects, with a strong emphasis on power distribution, power quality correction, and MCC assemblies.
  • Use CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD) to produce and maintain technical documentation, drawings, and layouts.
  • Project Execution & Solution Architecture:
  • Participate in solution architecture and execution, from initial feasibility and costing to handover and troubleshooting.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Managers, Proposal Engineers, and product specialists.
  • Product & Technical Support:
  • Provide level 3 technical support for the power product portfolio, acting as an expert resource for both customers and internal teams.
  • Aid in technical investigations, application support, and advanced troubleshooting.
  • Research & Development:
  • Engage in the research, development, and enhancement of new and existing product solutions within the power and energy markets.
  • Business Development:
  • Support the sales team with technical input on proposals and customer engagements.
  • Identify opportunities to drive growth in the power/energy business unit.
  • Team & Stakeholder Management:
  • Assist the Engineering Manager with team deliverables, freeing up management capacity and mentoring Junior Engineers as required.
  • Continuous Learning:
  • Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and new technologies relevant to electrical power distribution and automation.
Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related field).
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years relevant industry experience (with at least 2 years in a design engineering role), focused on power distribution and power quality.
  • Exposure to automation systems is highly advantageous.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1463168
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned