Graduate in Training: Electronic Engineer

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR); Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is seeking a Graduate in Training in Electronics within the Aerospace Systems Impact Area. This role provides graduates with practical work experience while collaborating with a team to enhance systems and technologies. The position offers flexible arrangements and opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive remuneration packages including pension

Recognition through CSIR Excellence Awards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic engineering is required.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, PLC programming, and automation is preferred.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical upgrades, installations, and troubleshooting.
• Support projects ensuring safety standards and timelines.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve operations.

Skills

Problem-solving orientation

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises, and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Graduate in Training (GIT): Electronic Engineer

About The Job

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Graduate in Training in the Aerospace Systems Impact Area within the Defence and Security cluster. This program offers graduates practical work experience under the guidance of experienced researchers and engineers in cross-functional teams. The position is based in Pretoria and reports to the Research Group Leader.

For more info about the cluster and impact area, visit: https://www.csir.co.za/defence-and-security and https://www.csir.co.za/aeronautics-systems

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in electrical upgrades, installations, and system enhancements for wind tunnel facilities;
• Assist in wind tunnel plant energy management;
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, including motors, control systems, and wiring;
• Assist with programming Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs;
• Design and install power factor correction (PFC);
• Assist in the installation, testing, and commissioning of instrumentation and data acquisition systems.

Project Management and Upgrades

• Support electrical system projects, ensuring safety standards and timelines are met;
• Assist in electrical upgrades and system improvements.

Automation and Control Systems

• Assist with Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs);
• Assist in designing and integrating industrial automation and control systems;
• Design and program PCBs.

Team Support and Development

• Collaborate with engineers and maintenance teams to improve operations;
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and generate technical reports;
• Provide technical support, design, and implementation assistance.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic engineering;
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks);
• Knowledge of electrical systems, PLC programming, and automation;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Good academic performance and interpersonal skills;
• Problem-solving orientation;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Competencies include analytical and conceptual thinking, customer service, initiative, networking, numerical reasoning, planning, process engineering, and teamwork;
• South African citizen eligible for security clearance.

What’s in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Competitive remuneration packages including pension, insurance, and medical aid;
• Recognition through CSIR Excellence Awards.

Note: Feedback will be provided only to shortlisted candidates. For more info, contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre at 012841 4774 or email [e-mail]

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity. By applying, applicants agree that the CSIR may verify educational and employment history and conduct credit and criminal background checks. The CSIR reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or not to appoint if no suitable candidate is found.