Junior Electrical Engineer – Industrial Automation (Paarl)

Placements24; Paarl; Sur place; ZAR 180 000 - 260 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Annual leave

Paid leave

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Electrical Engineer in Paarl, Western Cape, to support design, testing and deployment of control systems for industrial automation projects. You will learn under senior engineers, contribute to panel design, PLC/HMI programming and site commissioning, while building hands-on expertise in electrical engineering fundamentals.

The role is entry-level with mentorship, training opportunities, and exposure to CAD tools like EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical, plus travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 0-3 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on control systems or automation.
• Familiarity with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI software is desirable.
• Proficiency in using electrical CAD software (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical) is an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the design and development of electrical control panels and schematics using CAD software.
• Program and configure PLCs and HMIs under supervision.
• Participate in testing and commissioning of electrical control systems, both in the workshop and at client sites.
• Conduct site visits for installation support, troubleshooting, and system verification.
• Prepare technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, manuals, and test reports.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues encountered during project execution.
• Research and recommend appropriate electrical components and equipment for projects.

Connaissances

PLC programming

HMI software

Electrical CAD

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

EE degree

Outils

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Electrical Engineer in Paarl, Western Cape, to support design, testing and deployment of control systems for industrial automation projects. You will learn under senior engineers, contribute to panel design, PLC/HMI programming and site commissioning, while building hands-on expertise in electrical engineering fundamentals.

The role is entry-level with mentorship, training opportunities, and exposure to CAD tools like EPLAN/AutoCAD Electrical, plus travel