Job Summary
Hire Resolve is seeking an experience Senior Electrical Designer to join our client's team in Port Elizabeth.
Requirements:
- Education: N. Dip or higher in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Degree
- License: Code 8 Driver's License
- Languages:
- English (speak, read, and write)
- Afrikaans (speak, read, and write)
- Experience:
- At least 3 years in Electrical Design
- Computer literacy
- Experience with electrical panel building and wiring
- Fault finding and troubleshooting
- Experience with fluid control systems (e.g., valves, actuators)
- Proficient in ePlan design (including panel layouts and fluid control)
- Knowledge of electrical control hardware (PLC, sensors, actuators, power supplies, etc.)
- Site experience or project/team leadership
- Competent in creating machine specifications and designs
Job Objectives:
- Perform all duties of an Electrical Designer with excellence
- Collaborate with the design team to meet project timelines and customer specifications
- Improve design productivity and accuracy
- Support and develop the design team to achieve high standards
- Stay up to date with technology and industry trends
- Help improve the department's productivity and quality
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a design team to meet project technical and timeline requirements
- Ensure designs are accurate and meet project deadlines
- Encourage creative thinking and cost-saving ideas
- Communicate with customers about design concepts and changes
- Mentor and guide designers to improve their skills
- Ensure successful project outcomes through proactive customer involvement
- Bring your unique perspective to each project
Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical engineering principles
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of electrical control system safety and risk assessments
- Ability to mentor and improve team efficiency
- Able to develop new methods and solutions
- Strategic thinker with foresight to prevent problems
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Interpersonal Skills:
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Good conflict resolution and motivational abilities
- Foster an environment where designers feel inspired and supported
- Be a role model and leader who others are eager to work with
Equal Opportunity: Preference will be given to employees from designated groups according to the Employment Equity Act (No. 55 of 1998).
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Gillian Weideman at gillian.weideman@hireresolve.us
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:
- Use "Senior Electrical Designer - PE" as the subject in the email.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.