Electrical Design Technician

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical plan

Retirement plan

Training opportunities in electrical设计

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks an Electrical Design Technician to help the engineering team by creating and editing detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documents. You will prepare Bills of Materials and verify designs against project specs and standards.

Join a team focused on accuracy and collaboration, with a hybrid work setup and opportunities for training in electrical design technologies.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience in electrical drafting or design support.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify electrical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Assist engineers in the design and development of electrical systems and components.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and component lists for electrical assemblies.
• Ensure designs adhere to company standards, client specifications and electrical codes.
• Support testing and validation of electrical components and systems with documentation.
• Maintain organized electronic and hard copy design files.

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Electrical Design Technician to support their engineering department in East London . In this role, you will be instrumental in creating and modifying detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation under the supervision of engineers. You will assist in the preparation of Bills of Materials and ensure that designs comply with project specifications and industry standards. This position offers a great foundation for career growth within electrical design and engineering support in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
• Assist engineers in the design and development of electrical systems and components.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and component lists for electrical assemblies.
• Ensure designs adhere to company standards, client specifications, and relevant electrical codes.
• Support the testing and validation of electrical components and systems by preparing documentation.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and hard copy design files.

Requirements

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in electrical drafting or design support.
• Proficiency in using CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical components, principles, and systems.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in producing technical drawings.
• Good organizational and communication skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Hybrid work environment, offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Access to company-sponsored medical and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for training and development in electrical design technologies in East London .
• Supportive team environment focused on technical accuracy and collaboration.