Junior Electrical Or Mechatronics Engineer

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer. You will design Motor Control Centres and PLC control systems while working with AutoCAD Electrical and E-Plan. Ideal candidates have a diploma or degree in relevant fields and strong communication skills to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced engineering team.

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and E-Plan required.
• Understanding electrical panel building essential.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Design Motor Control Centres and PLC control systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering Manager and other teams.
• Assist with project management tasks and redlines.

Skills

Design Motor Control Centres

AutoCAD Electrical

E-Plan

Electrical panel building

Project management

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

E-Plan

Job description

Overview

Junior Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer , Strand, Western Cape

Responsibilities

• Design Motor Control Centres (MCCs) and PLC control systems
• Work with AutoCAD Electrical (3-5 yrs exp) & E-Plan (2-3 yrs exp)
• Build and review electrical panels alongside our workshop team
• Develop QC documentation, IO lists, cable schedules, and parts lists
• Collaborate with our Engineering Manager, suppliers, clients, and installation teams
• Assist with basic project management tasks and implement redlines post-installation

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics
• Real-world experience using AutoCAD Electrical & E-Plan
• Understanding of electrical panel building and industrial control systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• A hands-on attitude and willingness to grow in a fast-paced engineering team