Electrical Engineering Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024857/Phind

Date posted:

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you the kind of leader who doesn’t just manage projects — but powers vision?
Do you see beyond cables and circuits, into strategy, systems, and success?

POSITION INFO:
We’re looking for an Electrical Engineering Manager who can lead teams, drive technical excellence, and deliver projects that energize industries.
If leadership is your voltage and strategy your circuit — this is your grid.

ð Your Mission: Engineer Excellence at Scale

In this role, you will:

Lead and manage electrical engineering teams across multiple projects
Oversee HV/MV/LV design from concept to commissioning
Drive protection & control strategies and ensure technical integrity
Review and approve design calculations, SLDs, schematics & layouts
Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE & local utility standards
Coordinate with civil, mechanical, protection & commissioning teams
Provide technical guidance during construction and site activities
Manage budgets, resources, timelines & project deliverables
Mentor engineers and foster a high-performance technical culture
You won’t just manage engineers — you’ll shape the systems that power progress.
ð What You Bring to the Grid
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s advantageous)
8–12+ years’ experience in electrical engineering, with leadership exposure
Strong background in substations, power systems, and protection & control
Proven project management and team leadership experience
Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, DIgSILENT (or similar)
In-depth knowledge of IEC / IEEE standards
Excellent technical reporting, communication & stakeholder management skills

If you’re ready to elevate teams, drive innovation, and power large-scale success — let’s connect.

Kindly note: If you do not receive feedback from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, we truly appreciate your interest and will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

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