Junior Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training and mentorship

Exposure to diverse projects

Competitive entry-level salary

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Electrical Engineer to join our Durban team, offering hands-on experience in electrical design, development, and testing across various industrial applications.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals who will assist senior engineers, participate in site visits, and develop foundational engineering skills within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical diploma.
• 0–3 years of experience; internships or project work accepted.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits and components.
• Familiarity with CAD software for electrical drafting is an advantage.
• Strong eagerness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and drafting of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Support testing and commissioning of electrical equipment under supervision.
• Perform basic electrical calculations and analysis for power and control systems.
• Prepare technical documentation including component lists and test procedures.
• Participate in site visits for installation supervision and troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical drafting CAD

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Testing and verification

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software for electrical drafting

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Electrical Engineer to join their established engineering department in Durban . This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will assist senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of electrical systems and components for a variety of industrial applications. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the successful execution of projects and in developing your foundational engineering skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and drafting of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts.
• Support the testing and commissioning of electrical equipment and systems under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Conduct basic electrical calculations and analysis for power and control systems.
• Help prepare technical documentation, including component lists, assembly instructions, and test procedures.
• Participate in site visits for installation supervision and troubleshooting assistance as required.
• Learn and apply industry best practices and company standards in all engineering activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical diploma.
• 0-3 years of experience in electrical engineering, internships or relevant project work considered.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and components.
• Familiarity with CAD software for electrical drafting is an advantage.
• Strong eagerness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to diverse industrial electrical engineering projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world engineering challenges.
• Supportive team culture focused on professional development.