Candidate Engineers (Electrical – Heavy Current)

Believe Resourcing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking Candidate Engineers registered with ECSA. This full-time onsite role involves supporting the Heavy Current Engineer with major substation projects, conducting inspections, and preparing technical reports. Ideal candidates are early-career professionals with strong technical grounding in electrical engineering, showing commitment to deadlines and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Early-career professionals looking to develop under a senior mentor.
• Willingness to work full-time onsite, reporting directly to the Heavy Current Engineer.

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.

Skills

Strong technical grounding in electrical engineering

Commitment to deadlines and quality assurance

Education

Registered with ECSA as a Candidate Engineer

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