Industrial Electrical Engineer - Hybrid, Growth & Training
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Industrial Electrical Engineer to join our client’s operations in Richards Bay. You will design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and control systems in a heavy industrial environment to ensure uptime and efficiency.
The ideal candidate has at least 5 years’ experience, a bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, strong PLC/HMI skills, and a hands-on approach to safety and reliability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- 5+ years in industrial electrical engineering in manufacturing/processing.
- Proficient in PLC programming (Siemens/Allen-Bradley) and HMI design.
- Strong knowledge of industrial power systems, motor controls, and VFDs.
- Experience with electrical safety standards and risk assessments.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain electrical control systems and instrumentation.
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting of complex electrical machinery and power distribution systems.
- Develop preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
- Oversee installation and commissioning of new equipment.
- Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborate with operations to optimize performance.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Industrial Electrical Engineer to join our client’s operations in Richards Bay. You will design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and control systems in a heavy industrial environment to ensure uptime and efficiency.
The ideal candidate has at least 5 years’ experience, a bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, strong PLC/HMI skills, and a hands-on approach to safety and reliability.
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