Work Planner E / E-CAD & Hardware Engineer
Relocate to Belgium | Employer-Sponsored Opportunity
A leading industrial engineering environment in Belgium is looking for an experienced E-CAD & Hardware Engineer / Electrical Work Planner to join its engineering and project team.
If you have a strong electrical engineering background, experience working with Eplan or similar E-CAD software, and enjoy turning complex engineering designs into practical solutions for on-site execution, this is an opportunity to take your technical career to an international level.
Successful candidates will receive employer-sponsored relocation and immigration support throughout the recruitment process.
About the Role
As an E-CAD & Hardware Engineer / Electrical Work Planner, you'll be responsible for developing electrical designs, selecting suitable hardware solutions, and preparing detailed technical work packages for industrial projects.
You'll work closely with engineering teams, site supervisors, technicians, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to ensure electrical designs are accurately translated into safe, practical, and efficient on-site execution.
What You'll Be Doing
Your responsibilities will include:
Electrical Design & Engineering: Creating and developing electrical schematics using E-CAD software, primarily Eplan or similar systems
Hardware Engineering: Selecting and defining suitable electrical hardware solutions while ensuring compatibility across the complete system
Work Preparation: Translating engineering designs and technical plans into clear, detailed work packages for on-site execution
Project Planning: Preparing work schedules, identifying required materials, and following up on material orders and availability
Technical Coordination: Acting as the link between engineering teams, site supervisors, technicians, suppliers, and other project stakeholders
Site Support: Providing technical guidance to execution teams and assisting with electrical and hardware-related issues during installation
Testing & Commissioning Preparation: Preparing and supporting testing activities, including I/O checks, loop checks, and commissioning activities
Quality & Safety: Incorporating HSE requirements into work preparation and contributing to project risk assessments
Documentation: Maintaining accurate technical documentation and assisting with updating and preparing as-built documentation
We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may also be considered
Experience working with Eplan or other E-CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, SEE Electrical, Saber, or similar
Knowledge or experience within industrial Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) projects
Ability to read, understand, and work with complex electrical schematics and technical drawings
Understanding of PLCs, electrical wiring, hardware components, and industrial electrical systems
Strong planning, coordination, and technical problem-solving abilities
Ability to work effectively across engineering and on-site execution teams
Strong communication skills and the ability to work within multidisciplinary project environments
A curious, adaptable, hands-on approach with strong critical-thinking abilities
Candidate Requirements
South African citizen
Fluent in Afrikaans and English
Willing and able to relocate to Belgium
Valid passport or willing to obtain one
Strong technical and problem-solving capabilities
Comfortable working across both engineering and on-site project environments
Passion for continuous professional and technical development
What's On Offer
Full-time, permanent employment
Opportunity to work on a large-scale industrial project within a high-tech production environment
Competitive salary package
Personalised professional development programme
Dedicated experienced mentor supporting technical and career development
One-on-one coaching and personal development support
Generous study and development budget
Holiday pay
Profit-sharing opportunities
Pension budget
Opportunity to take initiative and grow within the organisation
Transparent and energetic working culture focused on continuous professional and personal development
Build Your Future in Belgium
If you're an Electrical Engineer, E-CAD Engineer, Hardware Engineer, or Electrical Work Planner with experience in industrial electrical projects and E-CAD systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step towards your career in Belgium.