Heavy Equipment Installation

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM002571/KMa

Date posted:

Monday, November 24, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated and academically strong Graduate Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team within the FMCG and heavy manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who is passionate about electrical systems design, automation, and the installation/commissioning of heavy-duty manufacturing equipment.
The successful candidate will receive hands-on exposure to large-scale industrial systems, project engineering, electrical design principles, and plant optimisation within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Design & Engineering Support

Assist in the design, drafting, and modification of electrical systems for FMCG production lines and heavy-duty equipment
Support senior engineers with load calculations, cable sizing, MCC layouts, schematic design, and control panel design
Prepare and update electrical drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation

Systems Integration & Automation

Assist with PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation-related tasks under supervision
Support the integration of sensors, actuators, and automation components
Participate in system testing, commissioning, and optimisation activities

Installation & Commissioning

Support installation teams during equipment setup, wiring, panel installation, and commissioning
Conduct inspections, quality checks, and troubleshooting under guidance
Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions on electrical breakdowns

FMCG Plant Exposure

Gain experience in high-speed production environments, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
Participate in plant optimisation projects, energy efficiency studies, and maintenance planning

Project Engineering Assistance

Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, documentation, and reporting
Ensure engineering tasks comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and engineering teams as required

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering or
BEng Electrical Engineering
Final-year academic average: 60% or higher

Experience

No formal work experience required (entry-level graduate role)
Vacation work, in-service training, or exposure to industrial/FMCG environments will be an advantage

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