Engineering Manager (Electrical & Instrumentation)
Executive Placements · Mamelodi
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor electrical and instrumentation engineering teams
- Approve and sign off detailed MV and LV electrical designs
- Develop and implement engineering standards and specifications
- Oversee project feasibility, tender scoping, and client interface
- Manage project budgets, costing, forecasting, and reporting
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project inputs (electrical, control, mechanical, civil)
- Conduct HAZOP reviews and ensure ISO/quality compliance
- Perform power systems modelling and technical reviews (ETAP or similar)
- Oversee commissioning, installation quality, and final handover
- Contribute to innovation and R&D within the engineering division
Minimum Requirements
- BEng or BTech in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- ECSA Registered Professional (PrEng/PrTechEng)
- Minimum 7 years relevant experience, including 3 years in a senior/leadership role
- Experience in medium-voltage design, instrumentation, and commissioning
- Proficiency with tools such as ETAP, SolidWorks, and TIA Portal
- Strong knowledge of ISO standards, NEC contract structures, and EPCM environments
- Proven ability to manage project deliverables, teams, and stakeholder relationships
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