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Control and Instrumentation Engineer

How2Apply Talent Network

Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

R70 000 – R100 000/month

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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The electrical consulting engineering firm in Johannesburg CBD needs you to make it so. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

The site is in Johannesburg CBD; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

Investigate power quality problems with a power analyser
Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
Size cables, transformers and protection using design software
Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres

Must-haves

Able to write clear technical reports and specifications
At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
Experience with at least one power system or lighting design package
BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts
ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate

Nice if you have

Protection or HV operating authorisation
PLC programming certification
Renewable energy project experience above 1 MW

On offer

Vehicle allowance for site work
Paid professional registration and training
Flexible hours on design days
Clear path to associate or senior engineer

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Johannesburg CBD really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ECSA registration letter plus ID copy, certified within three months.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Johannesburg CBD; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.
If you are a candidate, add how close you are to Pr Eng and who your mentor is.