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Position at Autocar, LLC

Director Of Engineering (USA Truck OEM) – Potential US Career Opportunity

Triz Engineering Solutions is looking for a Director of Engineering to form part of our engineering team, with the ability to fit into the DNA of our company culture that is dynamic and embraces change. Apart from a contained and well-rounded person with a high EQ level, they will be required to deal with complexity in a fast-paced environment. The person needs to be a self-starter with attention to detail and bring a positive energy to the work environment, with a willingness to excel in their role.

Triz Engineering Solutions ( is a premium product engineering and development company specializing in end-to-end turn-key commercial vehicle development.

Autocar, LLC, headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is a leader in engineering, assembling, and servicing severe duty trucks. With a steady stream of innovations to their Xpeditor line - ranging from improved ergonomic cabs and integrated controls to a new hybrid-drive refuse truck – along with a steady stream of new products - Autocar, LLC has staked out a position as the industry's technology and innovation leader. Moreover, they have forged strong partnerships with the leading suppliers in the business, including, Allison, Cummins, ArvinMeritor, Hendrickson, and others. Autocar, LLC is the oldest North American vehicle nameplate in North America – dating back to 1897 - and has delivered more than double the natural gas vehicles than all of our competitors combined.

Location:

The candidate will work from Triz Engineering Solutions in Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa with the possibility to emigrate to Autocar in Birmingham, Alabama or Hagerstown, Indiana, USA if required after 1 year.

• All U.S. based employment is subject to company discretion and U.S. legal and visa requirements.
  
  

Position: Director of Engineering

Job Type: Full-time

Company: Triz Engineering / Autocar

Location: Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa

Birmingham, Alabama, or Hagerstown, Indiana USA

Reports to: Chief Engineer (Triz/Autocar) and customer’s engineering/project managers

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in engineering is required.
• A Master’s degree in Engineering management is preferred and will be beneficial in securing this role.
• 15+ Years of engineering experience
• Minimum of 5 years proven track record of leading and mentoring a team.
• Willing to relocate to the USA
• Willing to travel overseas for variable periods
• South African Citizenship
  
  

Job Description:

The Director Engineering will develop and manage the direction and daily activities of the Company's Engineering team with the focus on people, organization, and process. The position will also oversee process improvements to the product development process, lead the development of reporting managers and oversee the development of the others in the department.

In this role, it is critical to interact with all levels of company management, including operations, purchasing, quality control, sales, marketing and finance. The ability to work closely with key supplier and key customer is essential.

The Engineering Director will report to the Vice President of Engineering at Autocar.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and mentor the Engineering Organization which includes providing technical leadership and direction to engineers and program teams.
• Incorporates company strategy, industry developments, regulatory requirements, customer voice, and long-term supplier relationships to develop robust and cost-effective vehicle products.
• Develop robust product concepts, design for manufacturability and optimal component cost.
• Train Engineering team to improve the fulfillment of their current role and prepare them for future roles in the company. Training and mentoring these engineers in the use of our full scope of analysis tools.
• Analyze and resolve problems and provides technical assistance as is necessary.
• Work extensively with colleagues to produce results within a fast-paced and high-pressure atmosphere.
• Work with project team to develop robust product concepts, design for manufacturability and optimal component cost, maintain or exceed quality expectations, deliver on project timelines, and provide superior customer communication and a high degree of sense of urgency in all aspects of the role.
• Develop robust product concepts, design for manufacturability and optimal component cost.
  
  

Skills:

• Strong analytical and technical skills to understand business practices.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent in task management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good Written and Verbal Communication (English)
• Computer literacy with advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  
  

Career Progression:

Assuming outstanding sustained performance, the successful candidate will have opportunities for promotion and broader responsibilities over time.

Benefits:

Autocar offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, to include base salary, incentive bonus opportunities, and benefits such as medical/dental/vision options, retirement/401K plans, etc.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level Director

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Engineering, Design, and Management
• Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Director of Engineering

I am recruiting for a Director of Engineering working for a Cape Town based FinTech. They are stepping into their growth phase - moving the product forward including potential market share, new integrations as well as moving into new territories.

In support of this next step, they are growing their teams to support these initiatives - one of the key hires is this position. The Engineering team at present is about 40 people strong with a fantastic Head of Engineering in place - this person will be working alongside him and both will report into the CEO.

You will be directly managing Engineering Managers, overseeing recruitment initiatives, managing budgets and operational costs as well as setting goals and KPIs. Improving processes and standards will be a big part of this role as well as setting up roadmaps with the Engineering support teams.

If you feel you are well suited to this role, I would love to discuss this further with you.

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We're looking for a strategic leader who can bridge business needs with scalable data solutions. This is a hybrid role-part technical expert, part client advisor, and part team builder Key Responsibilities: Define and lead the Data Engineering vision and roadmap Guide architecture across Qlik, Talend, and Microsoft tech stacks Support pre-sales and solution design with clients Mentor and grow a high-performing, cross-functional team Drive innovation, delivery excellence, and internal enablement Key Requirements: 8 years in data engineering, 3 in leadership Deep expertise in Qlik, Talend, and Microsoft Azure platforms Strong pre-sales, solutioning, and stakeholder engagement skills Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery experience

Director of Engineering I am recruiting for a Director of Engineering working for a Cape Town based Fin Tech. They are stepping into their growth phase - moving the product forward including potential market share, new integrations as well as moving into new territories. In support of this next step, they are growing their teams to support these initiatives - one of the key hires is this position. The Engineering team at present is about 40 people strong with a fantastic Head of Engineering in place - this person will be working alongside him and both will report into the CEO. You will be directly managing Engineering Managers, overseeing recruitment initiatives, managing budgets and operational costs as well as setting goals and KPIs. Improving processes and standards will be a big part of this role as well as setting up roadmaps with the Engineering support teams. If you feel you are well suited to this role, I would love to discuss this further with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Associate Director Electrical Engineering - (ENG-L8.36)

Requisition: ENG-L8.36

Job Title: Associate Director Electrical Engineering

Contract Type: Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Description:

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineering professional to join our Data Centre Design Team, located in our Tshwane or Cape Town offices.

As part of our team, you will be a key member of the delivery team, virtually designing and constructing a wide range of projects. Your experience, ability to see the greater picture, accuracy, drive for standardization, commercial acumen and eye for detail will assist our team to co-create an engineered impact to our clients.

Your experience will see you leading dynamic project teams to co-create engineering solutions digitally.

You will bridge the gap between the various design and execution teams, ensuring that our designs are:

• Holistically delivered at high quality.
• Feasible.
• Within budget.
• Meet client requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of electrical engineers, technicians, and designers.
• Lead electrical design efforts for data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring designs meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee and develop conceptual designs through to detailed construction documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant electrical standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., NEC, IEC, EN).
• Manage and resolve design issues, discrepancies, and technical challenges in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Review and interpret client scope of work (SOW) documents, ensuring electrical designs are aligned with client specifications, proactively identifying and raising variance orders.
• Act as the primary electrical point of contact between the project design team, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate electrical design elements with other building systems (e.g., mechanical, structural, fire) for seamless integration.
• Translate complex technical electrical design details into clear, comprehensible information for clients and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify potential design risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring quality and safety compliance throughout all stages of the project.
• Stay current with emerging electrical technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and best practices specific to data centres and mission-critical facilities.
• Support the integration of renewable energy systems, UPS, and electrical infrastructure redundancy in line with latest standards.
• Provide guidance on the application of appropriate electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP), including scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Dynamo) to improve design efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure cost-effective electrical design solutions by working closely with cost estimators, ensuring budgets are maintained without compromising quality.
• Lead and participate in design coordination meetings, ensuring electrical systems align with project goals and industry standards.
• Ensure that all electrical design documentation (drawings, calculations, specifications, etc.) are properly maintained and meet quality control standards.
• Drive continuous learning and professional development within the electrical design team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Contribute to the virtual construction of electrical systems in data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
• Maintain accurate project records in compliance with internal quality assurance systems.
• Act as the single point of responsibility for projects, main point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance and solutions throughout project lifecycles.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for new work with current and prospective clients.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and project planning to align with client needs.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering with a focus on data centres or other mission-critical infrastructure.
• BSc/BEng/BTech/BTechEng in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering discipline. A completed relevant Masters degree would be advantageous.
• Professionally registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa or similar affiliation.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant consulting experience in the built environment and with experience in data centres as an Electrical Engineer.
• Strong proficiency with Revit, ACC, Navisworks and other related digital coordination tools.
• Knowledge of various MEP simulation programs as well as proficiency in prime discipline programs (ETAP/EOM).
• Keen interest in BIM, inclusive of the metadata information associated with designs produced.
• Client facing with strong presentation skills.
• Commercial and financial awareness and management of projects and fees.
• Ability to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, and leading a team.
• A willingness to learn and improve delivery systems.
• A strong interest in working on innovative and complex projects.
• A passion for mentoring and teaching others.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams would be advantageous.
• International project experience with data centre and mission-critical facilities focus would be advantageous.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

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RemoFirst empowers employers to be free from geographical boundaries when accessing talent, allowing employees to pursue opportunities wherever they may exist. We are on a mission to be the FIRST to truly revolutionise the industry and be a generational company.

Our platform offers a full-range people management tool, employee benefits like health insurance, and financial benefits, and enabling clients to hire anyone from anywhere with one click. RemoFirst manages employees and contractors for Fortune 500 companies (e.g., Microsoft, Mastercard) and the best startups worldwide (e.g., TransferGo).

We are a small but strong team of 140 people (and growing) hyper-focussed on delivering a world-class platform and unparalleled service with our industry-leading partnerships. To help accelerate our growth and pace of delivery, we are looking for talented Senior Director of Engineering to help spearhead the overall look and feel of our features and services.

We are looking for a strategic, security-minded, and execution-focused Senior Director of Engineering to join our leadership team. This role is critical in scaling our technology organization while ensuring security, compliance, and operational excellence. You will lead cross-functional engineering teams, define the development roadmap, and embed best practices in our software delivery and organizational structure. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring technical depth, managerial experience, and an ability to align engineering initiatives with business goals.

What you'll be doing:

• Compliance & Security:
• Lead and support the organization's efforts to maintain and expand ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type I & II compliance
• Own IT security practices across infrastructure, product, and corporate environments
• Oversee IT support operations, access provisioning, device management, and related systems
• Engineering Excellence:
• Define and evolve engineering processes, team structures, and career leveling frameworks to enable scalable product development
• Drive performance management practices and professional development plans within the engineering team
• Integrate AI tools and modern development practices to improve engineering velocity and product quality
• Lead architectural discussions and support the implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable systems
• Leadership & Collaboration:
• Act as a key member of the executive team, working closely with Product, Operations, and Business leaders to align technology with strategic goals
• Manage engineering budgets, tooling, and vendor relationships
• Set and manage expectations across stakeholders, ensuring transparency and trust through data-driven reporting and effective communication
• Operational Oversight:
• Ensure efficient provisioning and de-provisioning of access to tools and systems for employees and contractors
• Support incident management and escalation processes in coordination with security and DevOps teams
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
  
  
  

What you’ll need:

• 10+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles, with a strong track record of building and scaling engineering teams
• Proven experience leading companies through ISO 27001 and SOC2 Type I & II compliance processes
• Strong knowledge of modern software development practices, cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS), and DevOps culture
• Experience managing IT operations and security functions within a remote-first environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with executive leadership and manage stakeholder expectations effectively
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business terms
• Experience integrating or applying AI tools in development workflows is a plus
  
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in a SaaS or B2B tech environment
• Hands-on background in backend engineering, security, or infrastructure.
• Familiarity with frameworks for team scaling, OKRs, and performance metrics
  
  
  

Why work at RemoFirst?

• Startup environment. RemoFirst is an early-stage start-up. You have a voice and can influence and grow rapidly
• Build & Scale From Scratch. Experience hyper-growth scale and help us build a great team of professionals worldwide that can help us achieve this ambitious vision.
• Work for a Market Leader. Scale a project that counts market-leading companies like Microsoft, Mastercard, and more as happy customers.
• Compensation and perks are great! Competitive compensation. Work equipment. 100% remote work. PTO regulated by local statutory
• Culture. We lead with respect, kindness, and the right to fail. We value hard yet smart work. Diversity and inclusion are part of our DNA. As we grow and evolve, we welcome your input to help us define our culture further.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Technology, Information and Internet

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Associate Director Electrical Engineering - (ENG-L8.36)

Requisition: ENG-L8.36

Job Title: Associate Director Electrical Engineering

Contract Type: Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Description:

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineering professional to join our Data Centre Design Team, located in our Tshwane or Cape Town offices.

As part of our team, you will be a key member of the delivery team, virtually designing and constructing a wide range of projects. Your experience, ability to see the greater picture, accuracy, drive for standardization, commercial acumen and eye for detail will assist our team to co-create an engineered impact to our clients.

Your experience will see you leading dynamic project teams to co-create engineering solutions digitally.

You will bridge the gap between the various design and execution teams, ensuring that our designs are:

• Holistically delivered at high quality.
• Feasible.
• Within budget.
• Meet client requirements.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of electrical engineers, technicians, and designers.
• Lead electrical design efforts for data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring designs meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee and develop conceptual designs through to detailed construction documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant electrical standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., NEC, IEC, EN).
• Manage and resolve design issues, discrepancies, and technical challenges in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Review and interpret client scope of work (SOW) documents, ensuring electrical designs are aligned with client specifications, proactively identifying and raising variance orders.
• Act as the primary electrical point of contact between the project design team, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate electrical design elements with other building systems (e.g., mechanical, structural, fire) for seamless integration.
• Translate complex technical electrical design details into clear, comprehensible information for clients and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify potential design risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring quality and safety compliance throughout all stages of the project.
• Stay current with emerging electrical technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and best practices specific to data centres and mission-critical facilities.
• Support the integration of renewable energy systems, UPS, and electrical infrastructure redundancy in line with latest standards.
• Provide guidance on the application of appropriate electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP), including scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Dynamo) to improve design efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure cost-effective electrical design solutions by working closely with cost estimators, ensuring budgets are maintained without compromising quality.
• Lead and participate in design coordination meetings, ensuring electrical systems align with project goals and industry standards.
• Ensure that all electrical design documentation (drawings, calculations, specifications, etc.) are properly maintained and meet quality control standards.
• Drive continuous learning and professional development within the electrical design team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Contribute to the virtual construction of electrical systems in data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
• Maintain accurate project records in compliance with internal quality assurance systems.
• Act as the single point of responsibility for projects, main point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance and solutions throughout project lifecycles.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for new work with current and prospective clients.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and project planning to align with client needs.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering with a focus on data centres or other mission-critical infrastructure.
• BSc/BEng/BTech/BTechEng in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering discipline. A completed relevant Masters degree would be advantageous.
• Professionally registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa or similar affiliation.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant consulting experience in the built environment and with experience in data centres as an Electrical Engineer.
• Strong proficiency with Revit, ACC, Navisworks and other related digital coordination tools.
• Knowledge of various MEP simulation programs as well as proficiency in prime discipline programs (ETAP/EOM).
• Keen interest in BIM, inclusive of the metadata information associated with designs produced.
• Client facing with strong presentation skills.
• Commercial and financial awareness and management of projects and fees.
• Ability to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, and leading a team.
• A willingness to learn and improve delivery systems.
• A strong interest in working on innovative and complex projects.
• A passion for mentoring and teaching others.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams would be advantageous.
• International project experience with data centre and mission-critical facilities focus would be advantageous.

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

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Join to apply for the Senior Director of Engineering role at Remo First Join to apply for the Senior Director of Engineering role at Remo First Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Remo First empowers employers to be free from geographical boundaries when accessing talent, allowing employees to pursue opportunities wherever they may exist. We are on a mission to be the FIRST to truly revolutionise the industry and be a generational company.Our platform offers a full-range people management tool, employee benefits like health insurance, and financial benefits, and enabling clients to hire anyone from anywhere with one click. Remo First manages employees and contractors for Fortune 500 companies (e.g., Microsoft, Mastercard) and the best startups worldwide (e.g., Transfer Go).We are a small but strong team of 140 people (and growing) hyper-focussed on delivering a world-class platform and unparalleled service with our industry-leading partnerships. To help accelerate our growth and pace of delivery, we are looking for talented Senior Director of Engineering to help spearhead the overall look and feel of our features and services.We are looking for a strategic, security-minded, and execution-focused Senior Director of Engineering to join our leadership team. This role is critical in scaling our technology organization while ensuring security, compliance, and operational excellence. You will lead cross-functional engineering teams, define the development roadmap, and embed best practices in our software delivery and organizational structure. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring technical depth, managerial experience, and an ability to align engineering initiatives with business goals.What you'll be doing:Compliance & Security: Lead and support the organization's efforts to maintain and expand ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type I & II compliance Own IT security practices across infrastructure, product, and corporate environments Oversee IT support operations, access provisioning, device management, and related systems Engineering Excellence: Define and evolve engineering processes, team structures, and career leveling frameworks to enable scalable product development Drive performance management practices and professional development plans within the engineering team Integrate AI tools and modern development practices to improve engineering velocity and product quality Lead architectural discussions and support the implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable systems Leadership & Collaboration: Act as a key member of the executive team, working closely with Product, Operations, and Business leaders to align technology with strategic goals Manage engineering budgets, tooling, and vendor relationships Set and manage expectations across stakeholders, ensuring transparency and trust through data-driven reporting and effective communication Operational Oversight: Ensure efficient provisioning and de-provisioning of access to tools and systems for employees and contractors Support incident management and escalation processes in coordination with security and Dev Ops teams Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement What you’ll need:10+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles, with a strong track record of building and scaling engineering teams Proven experience leading companies through ISO 27001 and SOC2 Type I & II compliance processes Strong knowledge of modern software development practices, cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS), and Dev Ops culture Experience managing IT operations and security functions within a remote-first environment Demonstrated ability to work with executive leadership and manage stakeholder expectations effectively Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business terms Experience integrating or applying AI tools in development workflows is a plus Preferred Skills:Prior experience in a Saa S or B2 B tech environment Hands-on background in backend engineering, security, or infrastructure. Familiarity with frameworks for team scaling, OKRs, and performance metrics Why work at Remo First?Startup environment. Remo First is an early-stage start-up. You have a voice and can influence and grow rapidly Build & Scale From Scratch. Experience hyper-growth scale and help us build a great team of professionals worldwide that can help us achieve this ambitious vision. Work for a Market Leader. Scale a project that counts market-leading companies like Microsoft, Mastercard, and more as happy customers. Compensation and perks are great! Competitive compensation. Work equipment. 100% remote work. PTO regulated by local statutory Culture. We lead with respect, kindness, and the right to fail. We value hard yet smart work. Diversity and inclusion are part of our DNA. As we grow and evolve, we welcome your input to help us define our culture further. 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Associate Director Electrical Engineering - (ENG-L8.36) Requisition: ENG-L8.36 Job Title: Associate Director Electrical Engineering Contract Type: Permanent (Employee) Full Time Description: Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact. Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East. We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed. What kind of talent do we pursue? We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineering professional to join our Data Centre Design Team, located in our Tshwane or Cape Town offices. As part of our team, you will be a key member of the delivery team, virtually designing and constructing a wide range of projects. Your experience, ability to see the greater picture, accuracy, drive for standardization, commercial acumen and eye for detail will assist our team to co-create an engineered impact to our clients. Your experience will see you leading dynamic project teams to co-create engineering solutions digitally. You will bridge the gap between the various design and execution teams, ensuring that our designs are: Holistically delivered at high quality. Feasible. Within budget. Meet client requirements. Role Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of electrical engineers, technicians, and designers. Lead electrical design efforts for data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring designs meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets. Oversee and develop conceptual designs through to detailed construction documentation, ensuring compliance with relevant electrical standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., NEC, IEC, EN). Manage and resolve design issues, discrepancies, and technical challenges in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Review and interpret client scope of work (SOW) documents, ensuring electrical designs are aligned with client specifications, proactively identifying and raising variance orders. Act as the primary electrical point of contact between the project design team, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders. Coordinate electrical design elements with other building systems (e.g., mechanical, structural, fire) for seamless integration. Translate complex technical electrical design details into clear, comprehensible information for clients and non-technical stakeholders. Identify potential design risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring quality and safety compliance throughout all stages of the project. Stay current with emerging electrical technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and best practices specific to data centres and mission-critical facilities. Support the integration of renewable energy systems, UPS, and electrical infrastructure redundancy in line with latest standards. Provide guidance on the application of appropriate electrical design software (e.g., Auto CAD, Revit, ETAP), including scripting for automation (e.g., Python, Dynamo) to improve design efficiency and accuracy. Ensure cost-effective electrical design solutions by working closely with cost estimators, ensuring budgets are maintained without compromising quality. Lead and participate in design coordination meetings, ensuring electrical systems align with project goals and industry standards. Ensure that all electrical design documentation (drawings, calculations, specifications, etc.) are properly maintained and meet quality control standards. Drive continuous learning and professional development within the electrical design team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Contribute to the virtual construction of electrical systems in data centres and other critical infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with local and international standards. Maintain accurate project records in compliance with internal quality assurance systems. Act as the single point of responsibility for projects, main point of contact for clients, providing technical guidance and solutions throughout project lifecycles. Identify and pursue opportunities for new work with current and prospective clients. Support business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and project planning to align with client needs. Proven experience in electrical engineering with a focus on data centres or other mission-critical infrastructure. BSc/BEng/BTech/BTech Eng in Electrical Engineering or similar engineering discipline. A completed relevant Masters degree would be advantageous. Professionally registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa or similar affiliation. Minimum of 10 years of relevant consulting experience in the built environment and with experience in data centres as an Electrical Engineer. Strong proficiency with Revit, ACC, Navisworks and other related digital coordination tools. Knowledge of various MEP simulation programs as well as proficiency in prime discipline programs (ETAP/EOM). Keen interest in BIM, inclusive of the metadata information associated with designs produced. Client facing with strong presentation skills. Commercial and financial awareness and management of projects and fees. Ability to work autonomously, as part of a wider team, and leading a team. A willingness to learn and improve delivery systems. A strong interest in working on innovative and complex projects. A passion for mentoring and teaching others. Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams would be advantageous. International project experience with data centre and mission-critical facilities focus would be advantageous. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa. #J-18808-Ljbffr