Job Description

Schneider's purpose is to

create Impact

by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability. At Schneider, we call this

Life Is On.

Our mission is to be a trusted partner in

Sustainability and Efficiency.

We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers.

Your

Mission:

We are seeking a highly skilled

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

with comprehensive experience in power systems designs & control (/automation), and a strong background in both design and site services. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of successful turnkey projects, technical leadership, and collaborative teamwork. Professional registration with ECSA is desired.

Your

Role

-

Magic

happens

when

you

bring

great

people

together

- Lead and contribute to the design and engineering of power systems & control solutions for turnkey projects.
- Provide technical expertise in the development and implementation of electrical designs, ensuring compliance with relevant IEC standards.
- Oversee and coordinate site services, including commissioning, troubleshooting, and technical support during project execution.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical designs with overall project requirements.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and professional development.
- Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and demonstrate strong leadership in challenging situations.

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Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Over 8 years of experience in the field.
- Extensive experience in electrical power systems designs, protection & control, mostly in medium voltage distribution & transmission.
- Knowledge of Schneider Electric or similar solutions is advantageous.
- Knowledge in control & monitoring systems (SCADA) is advantageous.
- Proven success in leading technically and playing a team player role within the business & in projects.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant IEC,SANS Etc standards and best practices.
- Professional registration with ECSA (desirable).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Why

us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.



We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.



We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.



If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.



Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

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Primary Location

:

ZA-Gauteng

Schedule

:

Full-time

Unposting Date

:

Jul 31, 2025, 10:59:00 AM