Junior Electrical Engineer - Automation & Controls

Placements24

Upington

On-site

ZAR 210,000 - 330,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary
Medical aid
Retirement savings plan
On-the-job training
Mentorship from experienced engineers

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a junior Electrical Engineer to join the Control Systems team. You will assist in designing electrical schematics for control panels and automation systems while learning PLC/ HMI programming and industrial automation basics.

Under supervision, you will wire and assemble panels, support FAT/SAT, collaborate with mechanical engineers, and build documentation as part of a structured development path.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Foundational knowledge of control systems, PLCs, and industrial automation concepts.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Familiarity with basic electrical installation and wiring practices.
  • Strong problem-solving aptitude and willingness to learn.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and development of electrical schematics for control panels and automation systems.
  • Support the programming and troubleshooting of PLCs and HMIs under supervision.
  • Conduct wiring and assembly of control panels according to design specifications.
  • Perform FAT and SAT support.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project teams to integrate control solutions.
  • Learn and apply industry best practices in electrical design and automation.
  • Maintain documentation for control system projects.

Skills

Control systems
PLCs
Industrial automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLCs
HMIs

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a junior Electrical Engineer to join the Control Systems team. You will assist in designing electrical schematics for control panels and automation systems while learning PLC/ HMI programming and industrial automation basics.

Under supervision, you will wire and assemble panels, support FAT/SAT, collaborate with mechanical engineers, and build documentation as part of a structured development path.

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