Electrical Engineer Trainee

SGS; Hartbeesfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in South Africa is looking for an Electrical Engineer Trainee. This entry-level role offers recent graduates the chance to gain practical experience in electrical engineering, assisting in design and development tasks, while fostering collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must be South African citizens, aged 18-30, and currently unemployed. The position requires basic knowledge of engineering principles and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Be a South African citizen with a valid ID document.
• Age between 18-30.
• Currently unemployed.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in electrical strategy design.
• Create and modify electrical schematics using CAD.
• Conduct tests and review cable schedules.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.

Skills

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Effective communication skills

Familiarity with CAD software

Ability to work efficiently in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

SGS Bateman’s multidiscipline engineering team provides integrated engineering services for processing plants and related operations. Using proven ISO methodologies enhanced by innovative approaches, the team transforms conceptual designs into operational manual processing plants of all sizes and complexities. An extensive suite of enhanced 3-D design tools and modeling software allow our engineering team to visualize all aspects of plant development.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Electrical Engineer Trainee to join our growing team at SGS Bateman in Greenstone, South Africa. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the field of electrical engineering.

• Assist senior engineers in designing and developing electrical strategy to suit the unique project or client requirements
• Participate in the creation and modification of electrical schematics and drawings using CAD software
• Help conduct tests and reviewing cable schedule
• Assist in the production of discipline specific design according to schedule and budget
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project goals are met efficiently
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and documentation
• Attend training sessions and workshops to enhance technical knowledge and skills
• Assist in implementing safety protocols and quality control measures

Qualifications

Requirements

Be a South African citizen (be able to produce a valid South African ID document)

Be between the ages of 18-30

Must be currently unemployed

E ducation:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Knowledge / Skills:

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles and circuit design

Familiarity with CAD software for creating electrical drawings, will be an added advantage

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to work efficiently in a team environment

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies