Junior Electrical Design Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Training & career advancement

Supportive team culture

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Engineer in Soweto to support the design and development of electrical schematics and control systems. You will work with experienced engineers and contribute to technical documentation and test activities.

This early-career role emphasizes learning CAD tools, applying electrical design standards, and collaborating to meet project specifications within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• 0-2 years of experience in electrical design or related internships.
• Basic knowledge of electrical principles and circuit design.
• Familiarity with CAD software is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics and control systems.
• Support senior engineers in component selection and verification.
• Contribute to the creation of technical documentation and design reports.
• Participate in the testing and troubleshooting of electrical assemblies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure design specifications are met.
• Learn and apply electrical design standards and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Circuit design basics

Electrical theory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Soweto . This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in electrical system design and contribute to exciting projects. You will work closely with experienced engineers, learning and applying best practices in electrical design, component selection, and system integration. This position offers a path for professional development and the chance to build a strong foundation in electrical engineering within a supportive and collaborative workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics and control systems.
• Support senior engineers in component selection and verification.
• Contribute to the creation of technical documentation and design reports.
• Participate in the testing and troubleshooting of electrical assemblies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure design specifications are met.
• Learn and apply electrical design standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• 0-2 years of experience in electrical design or related internships.
• Basic knowledge of electrical principles and circuit design .
• Familiarity with CAD software is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute within a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary commensurate with qualifications.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Retirement savings options available.