Electrical Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028652/HB

Date posted:

Friday, September 4, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you an Electrical Design Engineer with a passion for system integration, wiring design, and product development? This exciting opportunity offers exposure to complex engineering projects where you will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating electrical systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, production-ready solutions.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Design and develop electrical systems and wiring solutions for complex engineering projects Create 3D wiring designs, electrical schematics, and harness drawings Perform electrical component integration and system design activities Prepare bills of materials (BOMs) and associated engineering documentation Manage engineering data and maintain design information within product data management systems Ensure designs comply with customer specifications, industry regulations, and engineering standards Conduct concept reviews, design reviews, and engineering evaluations Liaise with suppliers regarding electrical components and design requirements Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle Evaluate project scope, manage timelines, and support successful project delivery Design with manufacturability, serviceability, and cost-effectiveness in mind Skills & Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in an Electrical Design Engineering role Experience in electrical system design and integration Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring systems, and harness design Experience with 3D CAD software; Siemens NX experience will be advantageous Experience with schematic design software such as Mentor Graphics Vesys will be advantageous Knowledge of product data management (PDM) systems Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience applying modern digital engineering tools and technologies will be advantageous Qualification: BEng or BTech in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Engineering recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building and Construction, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering jobs.

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