Electrical Engineer Trainee: Hands-On Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career progression

On-the-job training

Mentorship from engineers

Certifications / further education

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking graduates for a Graduate Electrical Engineer Trainee program. This role provides on-the-job training under seasoned engineers, exposing you to electrical system design, analysis, testing, and maintenance across diverse projects.

You'll work on design assistance, simulations, testing and documentation, with a focus on practical application and professional development. The program aims to build a solid foundation for a career in electrical engineering within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong fundamentals in circuit theory, electromagnetism and power systems.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or PSpice is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude toward learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems.
• Conduct technical analysis and simulations for circuits and power systems.
• Assist testing, commissioning and validation of equipment.
• Support troubleshooting of engineering issues.
• Prepare technical documentation, schematics and reports.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver in Paarl.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

PSpice

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking graduates for a Graduate Electrical Engineer Trainee program. This role provides on-the-job training under seasoned engineers, exposing you to electrical system design, analysis, testing, and maintenance across diverse projects.

You'll work on design assistance, simulations, testing and documentation, with a focus on practical application and professional development. The program aims to build a solid foundation for a career in electrical engineering within a