Junior Electrical Engineer - Control Systems

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 330,000; Full time

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

Our client is looking for an eager Junior Electrical Engineer to join their Control Systems team in Upington . This entry-level position provides a fantastic opportunity to develop skills in the design, implementation, and maintenance of industrial control systems. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining valuable experience with PLCs, HMIs, and automation hardware. This role is essential for supporting our ongoing projects and ensuring the efficient operation of our automated processes. If you are passionate about automation and eager to learn, this is the perfect starting point for your career.

Key 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 factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant field.


• 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 a willingness to learn new technologies.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and structured career progression path.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.


• Extensive on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers.


• Exposure to diverse industrial automation projects.


• A supportive team environment focused on professional growth.