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Date:Apr 2, 2026
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA
Company: Hatch
Requisition ID: 97944
Job Category: Engineering
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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The Senior Electrical Engineer provides support to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of electrical engineers and designers. The Senior Electrical Engineer provides leadership and assists in the resolution of all technical issues related to the discipline. In addition, the Senior Electrical Engineer defines and develops the plan to meet the project requirements and manages the team of electrical engineers and designers to achieve the expected results in terms of quality, cost and schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
Develop the electrical work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan
Develop and maintain the project scope of work documentation and revisions as required during the design evolution
Manage and review the Engineering Work Packages (EWP) associated with all deliverables and time based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary
Review and approve the electrical and layout design criteria documents
Review and approve the electrical engineering and design standards
Review and approve electrical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.)
Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
Define the system requirements to achieve the project results and monitor effectiveness
Assign work tasks (via approved engineering work packages) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality
Represent the electrical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
Schedule, coordinate and participate in electrical design reviews
Ensure coordination, between the electrical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of electrical engineering work
Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the electrical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
Participation in the compilation of the client Project Safety Management Plan with specific reference to switching, isolation and lockout procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
BSc/B.Eng in electrical engineering
Registration as a professional engineer with an approved engineering institution or engineering council or other region equivalent
Minimum of ten years project engineering experience
Has experience working on large projects in a multidisciplinary environment
Ability to manage individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
Strong deliverable focus and ability to plan the work
A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
Technical exposure to the equipment technologies related to the project
Good understanding of Hatch systems and workflows as they relate to the electrical practice
Thorough understanding of Hatch HSEC policy and standards
Strong leadership skills
Well developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Preferred
Strong ability to delegate tasks and promote the effective performance of team members
Experience in mentoring young professionals
Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
Significant previous experience in engineering planning for the discipline
Strong client focus.
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What we offer you?
Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
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