Junior Electrical Design Engineer — Hybrid & Mentorship

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Structured mentorship program

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing team in a hybrid work setting.

You will assist in designing electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring layouts, and BOMs, while supporting project execution and site investigations.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with CAD experience (AutoCAD), strong analytical skills, excellent teamwork, and a willingness to learn, eager to grow in electrical design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Fundamental understanding of electrical principles, components, and systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD) for basic drawing development.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, suitable for a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring layouts using CAD software.
• Support senior engineers in the preparation of technical specifications, BOMs, and project documentation.
• Participate in site visits and inspections to gather information and provide on-site support as needed.
• Conduct basic calculations for electrical load, wiring sizing, and component selection.
• Assist in the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems under supervision.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and suppliers to ensure project requirements are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking a Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing team in a hybrid work setting.

You will assist in designing electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring layouts, and BOMs, while supporting project execution and site investigations.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with CAD experience (AutoCAD), strong analytical skills, excellent teamwork, and a willingness to learn, eager to grow in electrical design.