Electrical Engineer – Data Center Systems (Cape Town)

AECO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Cape Town to contribute to LV and MV systems design and documentation. The role includes data collection, basic analyses, and collaboration with BIM/CAD teams to ensure quality outputs within project timelines.

The candidate should have 4+ years post-degree experience, a BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering, and be registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA; mentoring junior staff and contributing to design reviews are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of work experience post-qualification.
• Bachelor/engineering degree in electrical engineering.
• Registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific portions of a broader electrical engineering assignment.
• Gather and correlate basic engineering data using defined procedures.
• Work on routine calculations and tests; identify discrepancies.
• Provide guidance to entry-level engineers.
• Contribute within budget and schedule under supervision.
• Collaborate with BIM/CAD teams to ensure design integrity.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Guidance to juniors

BIM & CAD coordination

Education

BSc/BEng Electrical Engineering

Candidate Engineer with ECSA

Tools

Revit BIM

Job description

AECOM is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Cape Town to contribute to LV and MV systems design and documentation. The role includes data collection, basic analyses, and collaboration with BIM/CAD teams to ensure quality outputs within project timelines.

The candidate should have 4+ years post-degree experience, a BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering, and be registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA; mentoring junior staff and contributing to design reviews are part of the responsibilities.