Electrical Engineer - Industrial Maintenance

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Vereeniging-based maintenance team in a hybrid role balancing on-site critical tasks with planning and admin work.

You will lead preventative maintenance, diagnose electrical issues, and work with production to ensure reliable operation of motors, drives, and control systems in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and PLC troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, machinery, and control panels.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure safety and compliance.
• Manage spare parts inventory and recommend replacements.
• Collaborate with production to provide electrical support.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and repairs.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical drives

PLC systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join their industrial maintenance team in Vereeniging . This hybrid role requires you to be on-site for critical maintenance and troubleshooting activities while offering flexibility for planning and administrative tasks. You will play a key role in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems within a demanding industrial environment. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives on problem-solving and contributing to the smooth operation of essential manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs for all electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical systems, machinery, and control panels to minimize downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of electrical installations to ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory and recommend necessary replacements or upgrades.
• Collaborate with production teams to understand operational needs and provide electrical support.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and repair histories.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical diploma.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, motors, drives, control systems, and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between on-site and remote work.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to diverse industrial processes and technologies in Vereeniging.