Junior Electrical Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES028585/RS

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity is available for a Junior Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team. This role is ideal for a motivated, technically minded individual looking to develop their engineering skills and gain practical experience in electrical design, project execution, installation, testing and commissioning.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers on a variety of projects, contributing to technical solutions while developing their knowledge of electrical engineering systems, industry standards and best practices.

POSITION INFO:
An exciting opportunity is available for a Junior Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team. This role is ideal for a motivated, technically minded individual looking to develop their engineering skills and gain practical experience in electrical design, project execution, installation, testing and commissioning. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers on a variety of projects, contributing to technical solutions while developing their knowledge of electrical engineering systems, industry standards and best practices. Key Responsibilities Assist with electrical engineering design, calculations, drawings and technical documentation. Support the development of electrical layouts, schematics and wiring diagrams. Assist with the preparation of technical specifications, bills of materials and equipment schedules. Participate in project planning, coordination and execution. Assist with the selection of electrical components, equipment and materials. Support installation, inspection, testing and commissioning activities. Conduct technical investigations, fault-finding and troubleshooting under the guidance of senior engineers. Ensure engineering designs and deliverables comply with relevant standards, specifications and safety regulations. Liaise with internal departments, suppliers, contractors and clients when required. Maintain accurate engineering records and project documentation. Stay up to date with electrical engineering technologies, industry developments and best practices. Minimum Requirements BEng, BSc Eng or BTech in Electrical Engineering. 0-3 years of relevant engineering experience. Sound understanding of electrical engineering principles. Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications. Basic knowledge of electrical design, calculations and equipment selection. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Exposure to electrical design software such as AutoCAD, EPLAN or similar will be advantageous. Strong analytical, problem-solving and numerical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites, if required. Please send your cv to

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