Electrical Design Technician

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid annual leave

Diverse projects exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Design Technician to support our Kimberley-based engineering team. You will prepare electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation under the guidance of Electrical Engineers, translating concepts into precise technical plans on site.

The role requires 2–4 years of experience, a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, and CAD proficiency (AutoCAD Electrical). You will work within a collaborative on-site team on Northern Cape projects, with mentorship

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• 2–4 years of experience as an electrical design technician or drafter.
• Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar.
• Familiarity with electrical symbols, standards, and terminology.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment on-site in Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring schedules.
• Assist Electrical Engineers in the design and development of electrical systems.
• Ensure all drawings and documentation comply with company standards and relevant regulations.
• Maintain and update drawing registers and revision control systems.
• Perform basic electrical calculations and checks as required.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure accurate and timely completion of design tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Electrical drafting

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Design Technician to support their engineering team in Kimberley . This role involves preparing electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation under the guidance of Electrical Engineers. You will play a key part in translating design concepts into accurate technical plans for a variety of projects. This on-site position is ideal for a technically minded individual with strong drafting skills who is eager to contribute to the electrical infrastructure development in the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring schedules.
• Assist Electrical Engineers in the design and development of electrical systems.
• Ensure all drawings and documentation comply with company standards and relevant regulations.
• Maintain and update drawing registers and revision control systems.
• Perform basic electrical calculations and checks as required.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure accurate and timely completion of design tasks.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• 2-4 years of experience as an electrical design technician or drafter.
• Proficiency in CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar.
• Familiarity with electrical symbols, standards, and terminology.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment on-site in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for growth.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid annual leave.
• Exposure to diverse electrical engineering projects in a supportive team setting.