ACTOM, South Africa’s leading electrical engineering group and one-stop global energy solutions partner, is offering two graduate opportunities for Engineers in Training within its Distribution Transformers division. This is an ideal entry point for electrical and mechanical engineering graduates looking to build a career in the energy and transformer manufacturing sector, while working towards professional registration with ECSA.
Positions available
- Engineer in Training – Electrical
- Engineer in Training – Mechanical
Overall Purpose of the Job
The successful candidates will support the Distribution Transformers division across design, testing, and quality functions, gaining hands-on exposure to real engineering projects from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing project requirements
- Measuring the performance of mechanical components and devices
- Using computer-aided design and modelling software, including Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
- Liaising with internal customers, external customers, and suppliers on technical issues
- Undertaking relevant research
- Presenting designs and ideas to managers and clients
- Testing, evaluating, modifying, and re-testing products
- Writing monthly progress reports, manuals, and other documentation
- Analysing and interpreting complex data
- Formulating and presenting internal technical courses
- Working towards professional registration with ECSA
SHERQ Management (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
- Adhering to the requirements of the SHEQ Management System, including relevant legislation, policies, procedures, work instructions, and specifications
- Ensuring Quality Assurance is upheld in every aspect, particularly documentation control
- Ensuring compliance with all standards for Safety, Environment, Work Procedures, and Quality
- Implementing methods and procedures for the disposition of discrepant material and defective or damaged parts, and assessing cost and responsibility
- Supporting the Assurance and Quality Control systems adopted by Distribution Transformers
Qualifications
- BSc or BEng degree in Electrical Engineering (for the Electrical position)
- Relevant mechanical engineering degree (for the Mechanical position)
Experience
- No prior work experience required
- High level of computer literacy essential
Key Attributes
- Effective technical skills and a logical thinker
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving skills and creativity
- Good interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Commercial awareness
- Teamwork ability
General
Besides the job functions described above, candidates will be required to perform other reasonable duties and assist with supplementary functions as directed by their superior, as well as carry out ad hoc instructions from management falling within the general scope of the department.
About ACTOM
Founded in 1903 and ranked among South Africa’s Top 500 companies, ACTOM is a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor and a trusted name in electrical engineering across the African continent.
How to Apply
Interested individuals who meet the minimum requirements may apply by submitting an updated CV and all relevant supporting documentation before the closing date of 25 August 2026.
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