ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

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Introduction

We are a leading provider of electrical products, solutions and technical services to major industrial and commercial customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Analyse industrial and commercial customer requirements and develop appropriate electrical solutions.
  • Design and specify electrical systems, products and solutions.
  • Prepare technical proposals, BOQs, specifications and costing/pricing.
  • Recommend suitable brands and products based on technical and customer requirements.
  • Assess existing electrical infrastructure and identify opportunities for upgrades, refurbishments and retrofits .
  • Provide technical advice relating to energy efficiency, power quality, electrical safety and sustainability.
  • Conduct site assessments and technical audits.
  • Support the Sales team with technical expertise and customer solutions.
  • Ensure solutions comply with relevant electrical standards, quality requirements and company specifications.
  • Provide technical input into procurement and product selection.
  • Develop and implement the company's electrical engineering strategy, including design standards, quality management and technical risk management .
  • Lead and develop a small technical team consisting of:
  • Junior Electrical Engineer
  • Electrical Technician
  • Technical Servicing Technician
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to the engineering team.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation, improved efficiency and value-added technical solutions.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • A recognised Electrical Engineering qualification .
  • Professional engineering registration will be advantageous.
  • Solid experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical design, specifications and technical solutions.
  • Experience with electrical infrastructure assessments, upgrades and refurbishment/retrofit solutions.
  • The ability to prepare BOQs, technical proposals and pricing.
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety, quality, risk and applicable standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and customer-facing abilities.
  • Experience leading and mentoring technical staff.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with Sales and other internal teams.
  • A practical, solutions-driven and commercially minded approach.

Package & Remuneration

Market related

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