Control and Instrumentation Engineer

How2Apply Talent Network
Midrand, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Engineering Code 08
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Job Description

From MV switchgear to PLCs, this water treatment utility in Midrand needs a sharp electrical engineer. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

The work is in Midrand, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

What your day looks like

  • Design solar PV and battery systems and handle grid connection to NRS 097
  • Review PLC and SCADA logic for process control and alarms
  • Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
  • Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
  • Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres

What you need

  • 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
  • At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
  • Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites

What you get

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

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ID copy, certified within three months plus academic record showing your electrical subjects.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Midrand.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationMidrand, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Experience7+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted11 October 2026
Closing Date15 November 2026
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