Project Engineer - Project Manager

Posted:
3/9/2026, 4:52:10 PM

Location(s):
Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa ⋅ Gauteng, South Africa

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides complete power system protection, control, monitoring, automation, security and integration for utilities and industries worldwide. We are looking for Project Engineer - Project Manager to provide technical support to customers. A successful candidate must have knowledge and experience of power system full life-cycle project management of multiple large multi-discipline projects from proposal conception to commissioning and close-out. Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions for obstacles, and anticipate customer needs and related SEL products to complete complex assignments.


This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry.

As a Project Engineer - Project Manager, a typical day might include the following: 

  • Possesses, understands, and applies knowledge and experience of power system full life-cycle project management of multiple large multi-disciplined projects from proposal conception to commissioning and close-out. Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions for obstacles, and anticipate customer needs and related SEL products to complete complex assignments. 

  • Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems. 

  • Lead in assigning, completing, and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule, and budget to a high level of quality and safety.

  • Assist in the identification, preparation, and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.

  • Mentor and develop professional staff. May supervise, as necessary.

  • Model, teach, and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

  • Understand. Create. Simplify.

  • Other duties as assigned.

 
This job might be for you if you have: 

  • B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.

  • 5+ years relevant application experience with electric power systems, industry practices, and project management practices and philosophies.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of electric power system protection and control, integration and/or automation and communications applications.

  • Demonstrated proven knowledge of electric power system design, studies, information and communication technology and protective relay applications.

  • Willing to travel both domestically and internationally a minimum of 25% based on focus area.

  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.

  • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

  • Background check results are satisfactory to SEL.

  • Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer License or equivalent certification

  • Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience

  • Project management experience

  • Working knowledge of Vision or other project management tracking software

Location  

South Africa – Centurion

Why SEL? 
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. 

We provide and take care of our employees with outstanding benefits, competitive pay, challenging work, and a rewarding career.

  • Top tier medical aid, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

  • Varied leave plans like annual leaves, sick leaves, parental leaves etc. to maintain a healthy life balance

  • Developmental programs like tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses, and engineering development programs (EDP). 

  • Wellbeing benefit like free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • International Travel Medical and Security Assistance to assist our traveling employees and accompanying family members worldwide

  • Pension contribution

Pay Range Data
We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants 
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [email protected].

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

 

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Website: https://selinc.com/

Headquarter Location: Pullman, Washington, United States

Employee Count: 5001-10000

Year Founded: 1982

IPO Status: Private

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