Graduate Electrical Engineer

About the role

WSP is seeking a motivated Graduate Electrical Engineer to join its Property & Buildings Electrical Engineering team. This position offers recent graduates the chance to develop technical and professional skills while working on a variety of electrical building services, renewable energy, and construction projects.

Key responsibilities

• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, tenders, project proposals, detailed designs and drawings.
• Assist with construction monitoring, including on‑site visits as required.
• Contribute to the design of MV and LV electrical systems, generators, lighting, CCTV, building management, access control, audio‑visual and ELV systems.
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated solutions and compliance with ISO 9001 standards.

Required profile

• BTech degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Eligible for registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA and South African citizenship.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport for site visits.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office applications.
• Design of MV electrical systems.
• Design of LV electrical building services.
• Knowledge of generators, lighting systems, CCTV, building management, access control, audio‑visual and ELV systems.
• Understanding of renewable energy systems and relevant building/design standards.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful projects across the built environment.
• Mentorship and support toward professional registration.
• Development of both technical and leadership capabilities.
• Collaborative, inclusive workplace with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Long‑term career growth within a global engineering firm.