Candidate Engineers (Electrical â Heavy Current)

Believe Resourcing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Candidate Engineer to join their team. This full-time, onsite role involves assisting with major substation and residential projects, where you will support the Heavy Current Engineer. Ideal candidates should be registered with ECSA and have a strong technical grounding in electrical engineering. This position offers an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals seeking mentorship and development.

Qualifications

• Registered with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer (Electrical any relevant category).
• Early-career professionals looking to develop under a senior mentor.
• Strong technical grounding in electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and assist with monitoring substation projects.
• Prepare technical reports and feedback for the Heavy Current Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Assist with project documentation and quality control checks.
• Gain exposure to substation projects powering large developments.
• Support project execution from planning to completion.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Project reporting

Technical inspections

Education

Registered with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Location : Johannesburg

Employment Type : Full-time Onsite

Salary : Market Related

About the Role

We are looking for Candidate Engineers (registered with ECSA) to join a leading engineering team. This role supports the Heavy Current Engineer on major substation and residential projects providing technical input and reporting on all on-site activities.

Key Requirements

• Registered with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer (Electrical any relevant category)
• Early-career professionals looking to develop under a senior mentor
• Strong technical grounding in electrical engineering
• Willingness to work full-time onsite reporting directly to the Heavy Current Engineer
• Commitment to deadlines and quality assurance

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and assist with monitoring substation projects
• Prepare technical reports and feedback for the Heavy Current Engineer
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards
• Assist with project documentation and quality control checks
• Gain exposure to substation projects powering large developments
• Support project execution from planning to completion

Key Skills

• Accounting Software
• Academics
• Brand Marketing
• Business Sales
• Electronics Engineering
• Fireworks

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1