Control and Instrumentation Engineer – Permanent

How2Apply Talent Network
Roodepoort, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Engineering Code 08
R59 750 – R84 250/month
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Job Description

The manufacturing plant in Roodepoort needs an electrical engineer for projects that go from design to commissioning. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

This post is Roodepoort-based, with most of your time spent at a manufacturing plant. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

What you'll actually do

  • Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
  • Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
  • Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
  • Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres
  • Review PLC and SCADA logic for process control and alarms
  • Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
  • Guide technicians and contractors on site during commissioning

What you need

  • At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
  • Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
  • 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

Extra points for

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

What you get

  • Flexible hours on design days
  • Paid professional registration and training
  • Clear path to associate or senior engineer

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ID copy, certified within three months, academic record showing your electrical subjects plus ECSA registration letter.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. 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 Roodepoort; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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

Before you hit apply

  • Name the software you use for power system studies and lighting design. Consultants screen for exact tools.
  • List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.

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Job details
SalaryR59 750 – R84 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRoodepoort, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Experience3+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted29 September 2026
Closing Date1 November 2026
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