Junior Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Structured training program

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to join their Kimberley-based team. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analyses, and project support under senior engineers, with a focus on learning industry practices in a supportive environment.

You will work on electrical schematics, basic calculations, testing, and site inspections, and enjoy a hybrid work model with mentorship and clear paths for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Zero to three years of experience in electrical engineering, internships included.
• Familiarity with electrical CAD software is a plus.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and systems.
• Strong eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics and control systems.
• Conduct basic electrical calculations and system analyses under supervision.
• Support senior engineers in project documentation, testing, and commissioning.
• Help troubleshoot electrical issues and participate in site inspections.
• Learn and apply industry standards and safety procedures in daily tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives.

Skills

Basic communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical CAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Electrical Engineer to join their growing team in Kimberley . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands‑on experience in electrical design, analysis, and project support. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, contributing to various projects and learning best practices in the field. This role is designed to foster professional growth and development within a supportive environment in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics and control systems.
• Conduct basic electrical calculations and system analyses under supervision.
• Support senior engineers in project documentation, testing, and commissioning.
• Help troubleshoot electrical issues and participate in site inspections.
• Learn and apply industry standards and safety procedures in daily tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Zero to three years of experience in electrical engineering, internships included.
• Familiarity with electrical CAD software is a plus.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and systems.
• Strong eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits.
• Structured training program and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Exposure to diverse projects in a key regional hub like Kimberley .