Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

Recruitpro Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a skilled Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer. This role involves designing and implementing E&I solutions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in E&I engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in electrical and instrumentation design.
• Strong knowledge of applicable engineering codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in the design and implementation of E&I systems.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and testing of E&I installations.

Skills

Electrical design

Instrumentation design

Project execution

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

Engineering software and design tools

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to join our client’s team. This role is ideal for an engineer with proven experience in delivering E&I solutions across complex projects, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. The successful candidate will contribute to project execution from concept through to commissioning, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in the design, development, and implementation of E&I systems for industrial projects.
• Prepare and review detailed engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.
• Support project planning, cost estimation, and procurement of E&I equipment and materials.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning of E&I installations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during design, installation, and operational phases.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the E&I engineering function.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in electrical and instrumentation design and engineering.
• Strong knowledge of applicable engineering codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in engineering software and design tools relevant to E&I systems.
• Experience in project execution, including testing and commissioning of E&I systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel