Junior Electrical Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary growth

Health benefits

Mentorship

Hybrid work

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 invites a motivated Junior Electrical Engineer to join their Nelspruit-based team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in electrical system design, implementation, and testing under guidance from senior engineers.

You will gain exposure to schematics, power calculations, testing, and documentation, while developing professional skills in a collaborative hybrid work environment that blends office collaboration with focused remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and power systems.
• Familiarity with electrical design software and tools is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally in the electrical engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of electrical systems, including schematics and layouts.
• Conduct basic calculations for power, load, and circuit requirements.
• Participate in the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations under supervision.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure designs meet project specifications and deadlines.
• Support the procurement and installation process for electrical components and systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and technically inclined Junior Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team in Nelspruit . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in electrical system design, implementation, and testing. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, contributing to various projects and developing your skills in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong analytical abilities, and is keen to build a career in electrical engineering, utilizing a hybrid work model that balances office collaboration with remote focus.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of electrical systems, including schematics and layouts.
• Conduct basic calculations for power, load, and circuit requirements.
• Participate in the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations under supervision.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure designs meet project specifications and deadlines.
• Support the procurement and installation process for electrical components and systems.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles, circuits, and power systems.
• Familiarity with electrical design software and tools is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally in the electrical engineering field.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for salary growth.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Mentorship and training programs designed for early-career professionals.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Exposure to diverse and exciting engineering projects.