Junior Electrical Engineer – Mentored, On‑the‑Job Training

Placements24

Richards Bay

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced engineers
Provident fund
On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer for their Richards Bay team. The role targets new graduates or those with 1–3 years of experience, focusing on design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems in an industrial setting.

You'll work under senior engineers, gain hands-on experience, and benefit from mentorship, with opportunities to contribute to diverse projects in a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

  • Basic understanding of electrical principles, power systems, and control circuits.
  • Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and drafting of electrical schematics and layouts under supervision.
  • Support senior engineers in installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of electrical systems and components.

Skills

Electrical basics
CAD software familiarity
Communication skills
Teamwork
Learning mindset

Education

BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical CAD software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer for their Richards Bay team. The role targets new graduates or those with 1–3 years of experience, focusing on design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems in an industrial setting.

You'll work under senior engineers, gain hands-on experience, and benefit from mentorship, with opportunities to contribute to diverse projects in a supportive company culture.

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