Electrical Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006474/N

Date posted:

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client based in the Northern Suburbs is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

Matric.
Engineering qualification – Btech (Electrical Engineering – heavy current)/ B.SC in Electrical Engineering/ National Diploma (electrical engineering – heavy current).
ePlan 1-3 years experience.
AutoCad Electrical 1-3 years experience.
EC&I industry knowledge / experience.
Electrical Panel Building experience 1 year (advantageous).
Intermediate Excel proficiency.
Basic Project Management skills (advantageous).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Designing motor control centres (MCC's).
Generate QC documentation as per design.
Generate parts list as per design Generate IO list / cable schedule as per design.
Liaise with panel building team / Workshop manager.
Liaise with suppliers and clients.
Re-issue designs as per workshop / site installation redlines.

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