Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop complex 2D CAD electrical design drawings in collaboration with drafting teams.
• Apply in-depth knowledge across a broad range of electrical systems, including:
• Medium and Low Voltage (MV/LV) overhead lines and switchgear
• Motor control centres (MCCs)
• Lighting and power layouts
• Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Generator and UPS installations
• Security systems: CCTV, access control
• Fire detection systems
• Building/Parking Management Systems
• Energy-efficient and green building technologies
• Exposure to renewable energy systems (solar, wind, etc.) is beneficial
• Prepare detailed electrical documentation.
• Design calculations and reports
• Single-line and schematic diagrams
• General layouts, routing, racking, and panel arrangements
• Equipment data sheets, cable schedules, and BOQs
• Compile tender documentation and contribute to evaluation processes.
• Participate in system design reviews, field inspections, and technical meetings.
• Produce accurate progress reports and provide project design inputs from concept through execution.

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng).
• Minimum 10 years experience in electrical building services and rural electrification design.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver complete electrical designs on greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Familiarity with integration into existing electrical infrastructure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise across teams and present to stakeholders.
• Competency in AutoCAD, Revit, and lighting design tools such as DIALux.
• Advantageous: Experience with integrated design tools (e.g., ETAP, DigSilent, DesSoft, SmartPlant, Power Office, Bentley).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Experience managing contracts under GCC and JBCC frameworks, including handling claims and variations.
• Prior involvement in tender processes: documentation, bid presentations, and committee evaluations.
• Willingness to travel to sites and relocate to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Valid Code B (08) drivers license.
• Proficiency in English; isiZulu is advantageous.
• Strong team collaboration skills with withthe ability to take ownership of design from start to finish.

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