Electrical Field Service Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Travel allowances

Health and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an Electrical Field Service Engineer to install, commission, troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems at client sites across the Paarl region. You will be the technical contact for customers and ensure optimal system performance.

The role requires travel within the Western Cape, on-site problem solving, and delivering hands-on training to client personnel, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in field service, maintenance, or installation of electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and drawings.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and start-up electrical equipment and systems at customer locations.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting and repair services for electrical equipment failures.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and performance checks to ensure system reliability.
• Develop and deliver technical training to client personnel on system operation and maintenance.
• Prepare detailed service reports, documenting work performed and recommendations.
• Manage travel logistics and maintain excellent customer relationships in the field.

Skills

Field service

Electrical troubleshooting

Client communication

Reading schematics

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and technically adept Electrical Field Service Engineer to provide essential support to their clients throughout the Paarl region and surrounding areas. This role involves traveling to customer sites to install, commission, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical systems and equipment. You will be the technical point of contact for clients, ensuring their satisfaction and the optimal performance of installed systems. This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys client interaction and problem-solving in diverse operational environments across the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and start-up electrical equipment and systems at customer locations.
• Provide on-site troubleshooting and repair services for electrical equipment failures.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and performance checks to ensure system reliability.
• Develop and deliver technical training to client personnel on system operation and maintenance.
• Prepare detailed service reports, documenting work performed and recommendations.
• Manage travel logistics and maintain excellent customer relationships in the field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in field service, maintenance, or installation of electrical systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex electrical issues and diagnosing equipment problems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and drawings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective client interaction.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the Western Cape and potentially other regions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime pay and travel allowances.
• Company vehicle and fuel card provided.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Extensive training on company products and services.
• Opportunity to work independently and gain broad field experience in the Paarl area.