Technical Coordinator Systems Electric and Electronic

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

933XW946

Date posted:

Monday, December 1, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
As Technical Coordinator, you will support the yacht systems division by managing the integration of complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems on board luxury yachts.

POSITION INFO:

Technical Coordinator Systems Electric and Electronic
Join a world leader in custom superyacht construction and innovation
Cape Town | R200,000 to R260,000 gross | Monday-Friday, 07:00-16:30

About Our Client
Our client is a globally respected shipyard renowned for crafting high-performance, custom sailing yachts. With a heritage of engineering excellence and aesthetic precision, the company is based in Cape Town and serves an international clientele. Their yachts are recognised for innovation, reliability, and elegant integration of advanced marine technologies. You''ll be joining a multicultural team committed to quality craftsmanship and collaborative project delivery.

The Role: Technical Coordinator Systems Electric and Electronic
As Technical Coordinator, you will support the yacht systems division by managing the integration of complex electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems on board luxury yachts. You''ll work across hydraulic systems, diesel-electric and hybrid propulsion, high-voltage electrics, and onboard control systems. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role requiring collaboration with engineers, subcontractors, and production staff to deliver fully compliant, efficient, and cutting-edge systems that meet the shipyard''s standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Minimum 5 years experience in yacht-building or similar marine environments
Collaborate with systems and electrical teams to integrate hydraulic and PLC systems
Define electrical loads, switchboard layouts, cable runs, and trunking routes
Support the development of high-voltage DC and hybrid propulsion systems
Review supplier schematics and coordinate component selection and orders
Supervise the installation of CAN Bus-based control and monitoring systems
Participate in commissioning and sea trials, troubleshoot bottlenecks and non-conformities
Ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations and technical standards
Stay current with marine systems technologies and regulatory updates

About You

At least 5 years technical experience in a marine or yacht-building environment
Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering preferred
Familiarity with superyacht systems including hydraulics, PLCs, HVAC, and water makers
Exposure to high-voltage DC (e.g., 650VDC) and hybrid propulsion systems is a strong advantage
Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
Clear communicator with solid technical documentation and coordination abilities
Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-focused under pressure
Open to working overtime and responding to project needs dynamically
Comfortable in a multicultural, high-performance setting

Start Date: February 2026
Ready to engineer world-class systems for the world''s finest yachts? Apply now to be part of an exceptional team.

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