Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Hybrid work

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Vibrant city projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an Electrical Engineer to contribute to design, development and implementation of electrical systems, blending on-site presence with flexible remote work. You will collaborate with senior engineers, perform calculations, tests and documentation, and grow within a supportive, collaborative team focused on high-quality outputs.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, opportunities for professional development, and exposure to exciting projects in a vibrant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of electrical engineering experience including internships.
• Familiar with electrical design software and simulation tools.
• Fundamental understanding of power electronics, control systems, or embedded systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with a desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and testing of electrical schematics, circuits, and systems.
• Conduct site visits for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers to define project requirements and timelines.
• Perform electrical calculations, simulations, and analysis to ensure system performance and safety.
• Document designs, test procedures, and technical reports accurately.
• Support the maintenance and upgrade of existing electrical infrastructure.

Skills

Electrical design

Simulation tools

Power electronics basics

Control systems basics

Embedded systems basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Electrical Engineer to join their team in Cape Town. This role will involve working on diverse projects, contributing to the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems and components. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, blending on-site presence with the flexibility of remote work. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values technical expertise and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of electrical schematics, circuits, and systems.
• Conduct site visits for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers to define project requirements and timelines.
• Perform electrical calculations, simulations, and analysis to ensure system performance and safety.
• Document designs, test procedures, and technical reports accurately.
• Support the maintenance and upgrade of existing electrical infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in electrical engineering, internships included.
• Familiarity with electrical design software and simulation tools.
• Basic understanding of power electronics, control systems, or embedded systems.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong desire to learn and contribute to a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Contribution to exciting projects in a vibrant city.