Electrical Engineer - Industrial Plants

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Bloemfontein operations team. The role focuses on maintaining and improving electrical infrastructure within industrial facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical systems.

A hands-on approach is required with collaboration across plant operations, maintenance, and safety teams. You will diagnose and resolve electrical issues, participate in upgrades, and help develop preventative maintenance programs to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering or plant maintenance.
• Proficiency with electrical design software and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong understanding of motor control systems, PLCs, and industrial power distribution.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards (e.g., OSHA, local regulations).

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment in industrial plants, including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting.
• Perform electrical system troubleshooting and repair to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for electrical assets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments for electrical installations and modifications.
• Collaborate with project engineers and technicians on upgrades and new installations.

Skills

Motor control systems

PLCs

Industrial power distribution

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to join their operations team in Bloemfontein. This role is focused on maintaining and improving the electrical infrastructure and systems within industrial facilities. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical equipment and power distribution systems. This position requires a hands‑on approach and close collaboration with plant operations, maintenance, and safety personnel. If you are adept at diagnosing and resolving electrical issues in an industrial setting, this role offers a stable career path and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on plant productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain electrical systems and equipment in industrial plants, including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting.
• Perform electrical system troubleshooting and repair to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for electrical assets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments for electrical installations and modifications.
• Collaborate with project engineers and technicians on upgrades and new installations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial electrical engineering or plant maintenance.
• Proficiency with electrical design software and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong understanding of motor control systems, PLCs, and industrial power distribution.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards (e.g., OSHA, local regulations).
• Ability to work effectively in a plant environment and handle on-call duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Stable employment within a key industrial sector.