Electrical Engineering Graduate Trainee — Mentorship & Hands-On Training

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 6,100 - 8,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Mentorship by engineers

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Graduate Trainee for an 18-month structured program in Upington, Northern Cape. Trainees gain hands-on experience across electrical systems, maintenance, project support, and operations within a large industrial environment.

You'll work alongside seasoned engineers, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for growth within the company upon successful program completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong academic record in core electrical subjects.
• Interest in industrial electrical systems, power systems, or automation.
• Proactive, willing to learn, and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and systems.
• Support site inspections and data collection for electrical infrastructure assessments.
• Help with documentation, drawing updates, and procurement tasks.
• Learn safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and risk assessments.
• Gain exposure to power distribution, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Shadow experienced engineers to understand processes and practices.
• Contribute to problem-solving and basic troubleshooting under supervision.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and project progress.
• Attend training sessions to develop technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Strong communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Graduate Trainee for an 18-month structured program in Upington, Northern Cape. Trainees gain hands-on experience across electrical systems, maintenance, project support, and operations within a large industrial environment.

You'll work alongside seasoned engineers, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for growth within the company upon successful program completion.