Electrical Design Technician Intern - Mentorship Queenstown

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 134,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Technician for an internship in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will assist senior engineers with electrical designs, CAD drawings, BOMs and project documentation while gaining hands-on experience in a mentoring environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or recently completed a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering Technology, with basic CAD proficiency and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles and concepts.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) is essential; experience with electrical-specific CAD tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and modification of electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel layouts using CAD software.
• Support the preparation of BOMs and technical specifications under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Help in conducting basic electrical calculations and verifying design parameters.
• Learn and apply company drafting standards and procedures.
• Assist in the organization and management of design documentation and project files.
• Participate in design review meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Shadow experienced engineers to gain practical insights into electrical system design and application.
• Perform basic site surveys or support site visits as required.
• Help in the preparation of test reports and other project-related documentation.
• Adhere to all company policies and safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Eagerness to learn

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Technician for an internship in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will assist senior engineers with electrical designs, CAD drawings, BOMs and project documentation while gaining hands-on experience in a mentoring environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or recently completed a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering Technology, with basic CAD proficiency and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. On-site work is required.