Electrical / Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025510/Nthat

Date posted:

Monday, April 13, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A global aviation engineering specialist is seeking a technically strong Electrical / Design Engineer to join their Aviation team, supporting complex aircraft upgrade and modification projects. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and exposure to high-end, regulated aerospace programmes.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description:

An aerospace organisation, is recruiting an Electrical / Design Engineer with a focus on Aircraft Interior Systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the integration of electrical and avionic systems and the detailed design of aircraft wiring solutions for modification and upgrade projects. The role is project-driven, with variable working hours depending on programme requirements, and work can be performed remotely.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Completed Safety Management System (SMS) training related to aviation activities (design, production, or maintenance)

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Proven experience in electrical and avionic systems integration
Ability to autonomously design aircraft wiring systems and harnesses (e.g. AWD)
Extensive knowledge of airworthiness requirements: CS23, CS25, CS27
Strong understanding of EASA Part 21 requirements
Prior experience preparing technical documentation and engineering reports
Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Key Responsibilities:

Design and define aircraft wiring systems and harnesses, including connectors, circuit breakers, and standard components
Produce complete Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support aircraft integration
Perform Electrical Load Analysis (ELA) and prepare associated reports
Conduct EWIS and EZAP analyses and assessments
Source, evaluate, and analyse electrical components to meet design requirements
Identify technical root causes and propose corrective actions for engineering issues
Estimate engineering effort and evaluate alternative technical solutions
Participate in design reviews, offering technical input and process improvement suggestions

What Sets You Apart:

Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
Comfortable working independently in a regulated engineering environment
Detail-oriented with a high standard of technical compliance
Adaptable to changing project demands and timelines

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