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Electrical Engineer (GCC Factories)

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Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

Power has to be safe, reliable and legal. The municipal electricity department in Stellenbosch needs you to make it so. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

This post is Stellenbosch-based, with most of your time spent at a municipal electricity department.

The work, day to day

Draw up tender specifications and bills of quantities for electrical works
Size cables, transformers and protection using design software
Keep single line diagrams and as-built drawings up to date
Inspect installations and sign off compliance on completion
Design LV and MV reticulation to SANS 10142-1 and SANS 10142-2
Plan maintenance for switchgear, transformers and motor control centres
Review PLC and SCADA logic for process control and alarms

What you need

Strong understanding of SANS 10142 and the Electrical Installation Regulations
At least 3 years of electrical engineering work after graduating
Code 08 licence and willingness to travel to sites
ECSA registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate
BEng or BSc Eng in Electrical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist posts

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Stellenbosch really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: academic record showing your electrical subjects, ID copy, certified within three months plus ECSA registration letter.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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List projects with their voltage level, size in kVA or MW, and whether you designed, supervised or commissioned.