Are you an Electrical Engineering graduate looking to get hands-on with high-voltage power systems? AM Power Solutions Pty Ltd is recruiting a Test Engineer Assistant to join their technical team.
This role is ideal for entry-level engineers (0–2 years’ experience) who want to master the art of electrical testing, commissioning, and fault-finding in a heavy-current environment.
Position Details:
- Company: AM Power Solutions Pty Ltd
- Job Type: Junior / Entry-Level (0–2 Years Experience)
- Closing Date: 10 April 2026
- Sector: Power Engineering / High Voltage (HV)
Educational Requirements:
- Education: NQF Level 6 or 7 (National Diploma or BTech/BEng/BSc) in Electrical Engineering.
- Preferred Specialization: Heavy Current or Power Engineering modules.
Key Responsibilities:
- Electrical Testing: Assist in performing insulation resistance, transformer ratio, and contact resistance tests.
- System Commissioning: Help ensure that new power installations meet safety and design specifications before being energized.
- Equipment Calibration: Manage and maintain specialized testing equipment used in the field.
- Fault-Finding: Support senior test engineers in diagnosing issues within substations or industrial power networks.
- Documentation: Record accurate test results and assist in drafting technical compliance reports.
How to Apply:
Prepare your CV, Certified ID, and Academic Transcript (showing your Heavy Current results).
Career Advice for AM Power Applicants
- Safety First (SANS 10142): In the power sector, safety is a legal requirement. In your interview, mention your awareness of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and safety protocols for working around high-voltage equipment.
- Highlight your “Lab” Experience: Since this is an entry-level role, the recruiters want to know if you can handle testing equipment (Multimeters, Meggers, or Oscilloscopes). Mention specific practicals from your diploma or degree.
- Heavy Current Focus: “Heavy Current” implies working with large loads and high voltages (substations and factories). If you did a project on Protection Relays or Transformer Maintenance, make sure it’s at the top of your CV.
Possible Interview Questions
Technical & Safety
- “Explain the importance of a ‘Lock-out / Tag-out’ (LOTO) procedure when testing electrical equipment.”
- “What are the standard tests performed on a newly installed power transformer before it goes live?”
- “How do you ensure your test results are accurate and free from environmental interference?”
Situational
- “You notice a senior engineer skipping a safety step to save time. How do you handle that situation?”
- “Describe a time you had to troubleshoot a technical problem during your practicals. What was the outcome?”