Cape Town City Centre: Junior Design Engineer

Location: Onsite / Field-Based Employment Type: Full-Time Industry: Electrical Engineering WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with an innovative engineering and technology business to bring on board a talented Electrical Design Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity for someone early in their career who is keen to grow, with the support of experienced mentors and hands-on training. About the Role As an Electrical Design Engineer, you’ll play a key role in supporting the design and development of electrical systems and components using CAD and electrical design software. The company is open to training and developing the right candidate, making this an ideal role for someone with foundational electrical knowledge who wants to progress their career in electrical engineering design. Key Responsibilities Produce and update electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics using CAD software. Assist in the design and development of electrical components, PCB layouts, and system integrations. Collaborate with senior engineers on electrical projects from concept to completion. Maintain design documentation, test specifications, and project records. Contribute to troubleshooting, testing, and continuous improvement in the electrical design function. What You’ll Bring A National Diploma (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. 1–2 years’ experience using electrical AutoCAD. A strong interest in electrical systems design and willingness to learn. Attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Nice to Have Basic project management skills Exposure to sectors like solar energy, data centres, or food and beverage processing What’s On Offer Structured training and mentorship to develop your electrical engineering design skills. Opportunities to work on diverse projects and gain hands-on experience with modern electrical systems. Supportive and collaborative team culture Company Culture Our client values a culture rooted in passion, integrity, and customer focus. They seek team members who are enthusiastic, skilled, and committed to quality, believing that employees are their greatest asset. The environment encourages continuous learning, professional development, and accountability as staff support each other in delivering solutions. Dependability and ethical conduct are central – both in internal relationships and in all client engagements. If you have not been contacted with in 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.