Electrical Systems Integration Engineer

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rate

Cutting-edge technology projects

Diverse and challenging system ingeger

Collaborative work environment

Potential for extended contract

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Systems Integration Engineer for a contract position in George, Western Cape. The role focuses on defining interface requirements, creating integration strategies, and conducting rigorous testing to validate system functionality.

You will collaborate with mechanical, software, and control engineers to deliver high-performance electro-mechanical solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in electrical engineering, system design, and hands-on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in electrical systems design and integration.
• Proven experience integrating complex electrical/electronic subsystems.
• Strong system engineering knowledge and V-model development experience.
• Experience with sensors, actuators, and communication protocols.
• Proficient in test automation and data acquisition.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills.
• Strong team collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and document electrical system architecture and interface requirements.
• Develop and execute integration plans and test procedures for complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure compatibility and seamless integration.
• Perform system-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for integration issues.
• Validate system performance against specifications and requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including integration diagrams and test reports.
• Work closely with manufacturing and field support teams to address integration challenges during production and deployment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for system integration.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on system integration aspects.
• Manage timelines and resources for integration and testing phases of projects.

Skills

System engineering

Test automation

Data acquisition

V-model development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a firm specializing in complex electro-mechanical systems, is seeking an experienced Electrical Systems Integration Engineer for a contract position in George, Western Cape . This role is central to ensuring the seamless integration of various electrical components and subsystems into larger, cohesive systems. You will be responsible for defining interface requirements, developing integration strategies, and performing rigorous testing to validate system functionality and performance. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles, system design, and hands-on experience with testing and validation methodologies. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including mechanical, software, and control engineers, to achieve project objectives. We are committed to delivering high-performance systems that meet stringent client specifications. The successful candidate will play a key role in the successful deployment of our innovative solutions in **George** and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to challenging projects within a dynamic engineering environment in the Western Cape . We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to manage complex integration tasks effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and document electrical system architecture and interface requirements.
• Develop and execute integration plans and test procedures for complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to ensure compatibility and seamless integration.
• Perform system-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis for integration issues.
• Validate system performance against specifications and requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive system documentation, including integration diagrams and test reports.
• Work closely with manufacturing and field support teams to address integration challenges during production and deployment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for system integration.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on system integration aspects.
• Manage timelines and resources for integration and testing phases of projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical systems design and integration.
• Proven experience in integrating complex electrical and electronic subsystems.
• Strong understanding of system engineering principles and V-model development processes.
• Experience with various electrical components, sensors, actuators, and communication protocols.
• Proficiency in test automation and data acquisition techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management principles.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects.
• Gain experience in diverse and challenging system integration scenarios.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Potential for extended contract duration based on performance and project needs.
• Contribution to the development of advanced technological solutions.
• Exposure to a leading engineering firm in the Western Cape .