Graduate Electrical Engineer – Jan 2027 – Cape Town

Shift Pursuit Pty Ltd is recruiting a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering consultancy in Cape Town, starting January 2027. This is a strong opportunity for a young, dynamic engineering graduate to gain hands-on experience across commercial, retail, industrial and residential projects, both locally and internationally.

About the Role

The successful candidate will join an experienced engineering team and be exposed to a wide range of building services projects. This role offers structured professional training and development, giving graduates the chance to build a solid technical foundation while working alongside qualified engineers on real, large-scale projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with electrical and electronic engineering design for large-scale building projects
  • Gain exposure to MV/LV electrical installations, generators, UPS systems, PV, lighting and small power
  • Work on access control, CCTV and data network design
  • Analyse building plans and ensure designs comply with relevant regulations and codes
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers and project teams to develop effective engineering solutions
  • Contribute to multiple projects across commercial, retail, residential, hospitality and industrial sectors

Project Exposure

Graduates will be exposed to a diverse project portfolio, including large retail shopping centres, commercial office buildings, high-rise residential developments, hotels and housing developments, luxury residential homes, industrial distribution centres and factories, as well as national and international projects.

Minimum Requirements

  • BSc or BEng Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Graduate-level candidate with a strong interest in building services engineering
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Strong professional communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

What You’ll Receive

  • Supportive and inclusive working environment
  • Professional training and development
  • Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects
  • Competitive market-related remuneration
  • Opportunity to develop your career within an experienced engineering team

About the Employer

Shift Pursuit Pty Ltd is an HR services and recruitment specialist connecting engineering talent with leading consultancies across South Africa. This role is with their client, a collaborative multidisciplinary engineering consultancy known for its work across commercial, retail, industrial and residential sectors, both nationally and internationally.

How to Apply

Apply for this Graduate Electrical Engineer position

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