Junior Engineer / Estimator

Job description

Vacancy – Junior Engineer/Technical estimator (Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems)

Reporting to – Engineering Manager

What we’re looking for:

Itel Electronics is undergoing growth and has a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Engineer/Technical Estimator to join our growing Interconnects team. You will assist in designing and quoting bespoke electrical interconnect solutions.

What’s in it for you:

This role provides a wide scope of tasks and a unique opportunity to broaden technically within a growing company and high capability engineering team. Exposure to complex and technologically advanced projects and products provides a stimulating experience.

Working with highly talented and motivated engineers, in a friendly and supportive environment, provides one of the best environments to further career aspirations and achieve a real feeling of success.

Responsibilities
• Assist in Generating Electrical Schematics: Help in creating electrical schematics and cable design definitions using CAD software.
• Support Quote Management: Aid in managing individual quotes within quality requirements and project financial constraints.
• Technical Advice: Provide technical advice to other engineers and technicians under supervision.
• Participate in FMEA’s: Engage in completing Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential issues.
• Ensure Accuracy: Ensure technical and professional accuracy of your work.
• Compliance: Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Safety: Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Quality Standards: Ensure that the product being manufactured meets the company’s standards, policies, and practices.
• Stay Updated: Keep up to date with technical and legislative progress.
• Professional Interface: Interface with third parties and clients in a professional manner.
• Present Concepts: Present concepts and solutions to the customer under guidance.
• Progress Reporting: Report progress to the senior management team.
• Quotation Preparation: Assist in preparing and delivering quotations/bids documentation which includes technical solutions, labour times, and material costs.
• Site Visits: Participate in site visits and installations with possible overnight stays.
• Exhibitions: Attend exhibitions and ensure professionalism when interfacing with potential customers and suppliers.
• Quality Assurance: Assist the quality assurance department in determining root cause and corrective action to customer complaints.

Position Requirements
• Basic Understanding of Engineering Concepts: A foundational knowledge of engineering principles and concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Ability to use Microsoft Office applications effectively.
• CAD Software Skills: Basic ability to use CAD software to produce manufacturing drawings of interconnect solutions (experience with ‘Harnware’ would be advantageous but is not essential).
• Communication Skills: Good communication, negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Mil Spec Connectors: Basic understanding of Mil spec connectors would be advantageous.
• Supplier and Sub-Contractor Interaction: Ability to deal with suppliers and sub-contractors from concept to delivery of products.
• Company Values: Alignment with company values of Integrity, Professionalism, Knowledge, Respect, and Passion.
• Knowledge of CIM 50: Basic knowledge of CIM 50 would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Electrical Principles: Basic knowledge of electrical principles/electrical theory
• FAIR Process: Basic understanding of the FAIR process.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work extended hours as required.

Salary: Depending upon experience

Hours: Mon – Thur 08.00 – 16:30hrs (30-minute lunch) Fri 08.00 – 01.00hrs

Job Type: Full-time

Closing Date 11/04/2025

Company values: Accountability / Integrity / Creativity / Teamwork

Please send all applications to: Dwane.Leiblich@itelelectronics.com
• Please note that It is impossible to describe every aspect of every function with a job specification. Hence other duties, as appropriate to the success of Itel Electronics, may need to be assigned.