Position: Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior)

Client Industry: Utilities

Location: Cape Town (Preferred)

Division: Consulting – Power & Utilities

Reports to: Quality Assurance Lead / Deployment Workstream Lead

1. About EY

EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and tax. We support organisations in building a better working world through improved performance, digital transformation, and operational excellence.

2. Opportunity – Power & Utilities

EY’s Power & Utilities practice partners with utilities to modernise infrastructure, digitise operations, enhance customer experience, and strengthen field execution.

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Role Description:

The Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior) will support EY delivery teams through field inspections, validation of installation standards, safety checks, and digital reporting to enable high-quality utility infrastructure deployment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct field quality inspections of utility infrastructure installations.

• Verify adherence to engineering and safety standards.

• Capture inspection data using mobile/web-based tools.

• Identify, document, and track defects and corrective actions.

• Engage professionally with contractors and customers.

• Provide daily reporting and support operational planning.

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Skills & Attributes:

• Attention to detail

• Reliable and organised

• Good communication skills

• Physically fit for outdoor work

• Willingness to learn and solve problems

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Technical Requirements:

• Diploma in Engineering (Industrial, Civil or Mechanical)

• Valid SA Code B driver’s licence

• Own reliable passenger vehicle

• Basic computer literacy

• 12–18 months field experience in inspection/utility/civil work