84 AI Graduate Engineer jobs in South Africa

Personal and Private Banking (PPB) AI/ML Engineer Graduate Programme

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

To create artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions; applying deep domain expertise to facilitate the successful adoption and acceleration of AI and ML across Standard Bank Group (SBG); ensuring the needs of stakeholders are correctly understood and addressed.

You will learn to;

• Apply engineering and math skills to analyse and prepare structured/unstructured data for modelling, to support the Data Analysis and Engineering requirements of the role.


• Apply the most appropriate algorithms and/or build novel algorithms/techniques to fit the problem statement identified, which will support AI Modelling; take advantage of pre-built AI capabilities offered by Cloud vendors where appropriate to increase project velocity, take advantage of latest state-of-the-art commercialised AI solutions and reduce internal technical debt.


• Build and deploy new AI solutions for clients, according to client needs, to improve various business outcomes and drive innovation.


• Collaborate with subject matter experts to select the relevant sources of information and translate the business requirements into AI/ML outcomes. Present findings and observations to team for development of recommendations.


• Conduct research into and carry out AI and ML development processes to ensure the business unit fulfils the needs of AI and ML strategies.

Contribute to initiatives that include (But are not limited to);

• Driving improved Customer experience and retention through AI, to support a positive client impact.


• Driving growth and retention of customer revenue.


• Reducing annual operational costs of SBG through AI-powered automation.


• Pushing SBG towards transforming into a more AI-native organisation, supporting a positive shareholder impact.


• Contributing to the design and development of analytical AI and ML methods to support novel approaches of data and information

Final year undergraduate, Honours or Masters Degree (Completed or currently completing in 2025);

• Computer Science


• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning


• Electronic Engineering


• Mechanical Engineering


• Mechatronic Engineering


• Mathematics, Applied Mathematics


• Informatics, Information Systems


• Software Development


• Software Engineering


• Data Science

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a South African citizen


• Must be under 30 years of age


• No more than two years’ work experience


• Minimum of 65% average over all years of study

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Working collaboratively with others


• Resilience


• Creative problem solving and considered decision making

Personal and Private Banking (PPB) AI/ML Engineer Graduate Programme

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

To create artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions; applying deep domain expertise to facilitate the successful adoption and acceleration of AI and ML across Standard Bank Group (SBG); ensuring the needs of stakeholders are correctly understood and addressed.

You will learn to;

• Apply engineering and math skills to analyse and prepare structured/unstructured data for modelling, to support the Data Analysis and Engineering requirements of the role.


• Apply the most appropriate algorithms and/or build novel algorithms/techniques to fit the problem statement identified, which will support AI Modelling; take advantage of pre-built AI capabilities offered by Cloud vendors where appropriate to increase project velocity, take advantage of latest state-of-the-art commercialised AI solutions and reduce internal technical debt.


• Build and deploy new AI solutions for clients, according to client needs, to improve various business outcomes and drive innovation.


• Collaborate with subject matter experts to select the relevant sources of information and translate the business requirements into AI/ML outcomes. Present findings and observations to team for development of recommendations.


• Conduct research into and carry out AI and ML development processes to ensure the business unit fulfils the needs of AI and ML strategies.

Contribute to initiatives that include (But are not limited to);

• Driving improved Customer experience and retention through AI, to support a positive client impact.


• Driving growth and retention of customer revenue.


• Reducing annual operational costs of SBG through AI-powered automation.


• Pushing SBG towards transforming into a more AI-native organisation, supporting a positive shareholder impact.


• Contributing to the design and development of analytical AI and ML methods to support novel approaches of data and information

Final year undergraduate, Honours or Masters Degree (Completed or currently completing in 2025);

• Computer Science


• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning


• Electronic Engineering


• Mechanical Engineering


• Mechatronic Engineering


• Mathematics, Applied Mathematics


• Informatics, Information Systems


• Software Development


• Software Engineering


• Data Science

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a South African citizen


• Must be under 30 years of age


• No more than two years’ work experience


• Minimum of 65% average over all years of study

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Working collaboratively with others


• Resilience


• Creative problem solving and considered decision making

Division : Power and Energy

Location Randburg

REPORTS TO

Section Manager or any other person appointed to supervise him / her from time to time.

PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE

This position is responsible for the technical design of projects within the section and will be required to provide assistance to Engineers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Draft technical reports of acceptable technical and presentational quality

Lead a small team of Technicians / Draughtsmen on a project

Query details suggesting more acceptable solutions

Able to present / represent his / her specific technical work (presentations / meetings)

Familiar with work procedures

Responsible for completion of specifically assigned tasks to time and cost

Develop understanding of local functional business technologies and markets

Ability to check and inspect constructed works for compliance to design and specifications with moderate supervision

Awareness of time and cost implications on projects

Assist with straightforward bids

Train Technicians / Draughtsmen in relevant software tools

Manage meeting schedule and agendas and compile minutes

Providing assistance to Engineers with regards to checking of technical designs

Completing technical duties as directed by the Engineer inclusive of design costing and specifications

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Quality

Professionalism

Awareness of time and deadlines

Awareness of company systems and procedures

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Engineering degree / higher degree from accredited university / college

0- 3 years experience

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi-disciplinary environment

We are proud of the brilliant minds we have at SMEC and are committed to ensuring that our people have the best opportunities and resources to learn grow and succeed. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills qualifications and experience ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities for all. We are intentional about diversity equity inclusion and belonging not as a requirement but as a fundamental part of who we are. We strive to create a workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced fresh ideas are encouraged and everyone has the support they need to thrive. At SMEC every individual has a voice and through our commitment to engineering positive change every contribution makes a difference.

At Surbana Jurong we put talent hard work teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

Key Skills

Clerical,Engineering,Assembly Language,Credit,Clinical

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

• Support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical and electrical systems in the plant.
• Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of new mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery.
• Perform routine inspections and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth plant operations.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on project-based work, including plant upgrades, efficiency enhancements, and safety initiatives.
• Analyze data and assist in the development of reports for performance analysis and process optimization.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of preventative maintenance schedules.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas to enhance plant processes, reduce downtime, and improve productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards in all aspects of plant operations.
  
  

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (BENG).
• Strong theoretical knowledge in mechanical design, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience (internships, projects, etc.) in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an advantage.
• A strong interest in plant engineering, process optimization, and maintenance activities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting is a plus.
  
  

• Routine communication in connection with instructions, requests, or normal work tasks.
  
  

• Proactive identification of functional problems related to a specific process or policy, determine cause and impact, and choose the best alternative to solve the problem based on guidelines provided and an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning the problem.
  
  

• Others in own work area.
  
  

• Accomplishes assigned tasks and goals: takes necessary actions to keep progress against objectives on track.
• Prepares a roadmap for success.
• Ensures that all who need to know, are clear about the plan.
• Takes full responsibility for own actions and outcomes, including mistakes.
• Always acts in the company's best interest, regardless of whether it is difficult or unpopular.
• Ensures others are on track for achieving their goals.
  
  

• Helps others with their work.
• Meets commitments to team members or others in the organisation.
• Actively contributes to team discussions and the accomplishment of team work plans.
• Shares expertise and resources to help others address their needs.
• Seeks to include all those who can contribute to the most successful outcome and those who have a stake in the results.
• Actively keeps all stakeholders informed.
• Attempts to reinvigorate team processes when progress is lagging: stays engaged even when not in full agreement with the team's direction.
  
  

• Increases performance expectations when success has been achieved.
• Seeks out sources of information, including trade associations, "best practice" companies, customers, peers, subordinates, etc.
• Finds ways to fast-adapt improvement ideas to work processes.
• Proactively seeks out resources, alliances, etc., needed to quickly introduce improvements.
  
  

• Organises information to make it easier to analyse or see trends.
• Anticipates consequences and formulates alternatives.
• Establishes clear decision criteria for making informed choices.
• Seeks relevant information to better understand situations and problems.
• Conducts appropriate analysis; neither makes snap decisions nor over-analyses.
• Sees relationships between various facts, figures or other information.
  
  

• Follows systematic, multi-source learning regiment designed to educate oneself quickly: keeps oneself current.
• Describes the important impacts that one has on the success of one's functional area and on company results; demonstrates a knowledge of the customers business.
• Uses business understanding to make sound decisions and influence the decisions of others.

A dynamic engineering team is seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer to join their structures division in Durban. This role is ideal for someone with a BSc/BTech in Civil Engineering and at least 2 years experience in structural design. Exposure to Revit and Tekla is highly advantageous. Youll work on a range of exciting commercial and residential projects, attend site inspections and meetings, and collaborate closely with a professional team. This is a great opportunity for a proactive team player ready to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within one week of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

Job Title: Graduate Engineer: Electrical - (ENG-067.1)

Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: September 25, 2025

• Responsible for performing entry-level engineering analysis, design, planning, review, and inspection for small to medium projects within the Aviation Airside Systems team.
• Utilize computer-aided design tools such as Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Prepare portions of project documents and edit specifications.
• Handle moderate design tasks and provide input on project documents.
• Assist with proposal preparation and market/client analysis.

Minimum qualifications, experience, knowledge, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong academic record.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Programming skills are advantageous.

• Accurate, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality work.
• Accountable, responsible, and capable of meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Independent, proactive, with strong time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Team player with cultural sensitivity and ability to work in an international setting.
• Good organizational skills to plan and prioritize tasks.
• Digital aptitude.

Company Description

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders who share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated on an international scale; we are future-focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do, and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

We are offering an amazing opportunity for motivated and talented individuals to join our growing and develop their career within the Structures team in our Cape Town Property & Buildings Coastal office . Working within the Structures division you will be involved in exciting new projects ranging from Industrial Steel Structures to Reinforced Concrete Commercial Structures. You will be part of a stimulating Team of engineers and BIM modelers who are pushing the boundaries and supporting staff in their development within the 3D BIM environment.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Deliver structural engineering designs in a multi-disciplinary project environment
• Responsible for analysis of reinforced concrete and steel structures
• Delivery of projects following a modern BIM workflow
• Design and model in Revit (Paperless office)
• Produce quality work that conforms to our ISO quality standards
• Attend project meetings and monitor the project progress on site

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

• Knowledge of project delivery life cycles and the associated planning processes;
• Good understanding of BIM as a principle and Revit as a delivery tool;
• Keen interest and positive attitude to engineering design, taking ownership and being proactive in the working environment;
• Initiative and good interpersonal skills;
• Attentive to detail and ability to filter information for relevance;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Ability to quickly absorb and utilize company-specific techniques, standards and procedures;
• Highly motivated, proactive and excited to take on new challenges;
• Committed to delivering excellent levels of service;
• Good communicator;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Willingness to travel.
• Computer literacy:
• -Working knowledge of standard office software (e.g. MS Office Suite)essential.
• Proficiency in design and BIM software packages (e.g. Revit, Robot, ETABS, Prokon) advantageous.
• Proficiency in simple programming (e.g. MS Excel) essential.
• Proficiency in visual programming environment (e.g. Dynamo) of advantage.

• B.Eng./B.Sc. in Structural Engineering. M.Eng./M.Sc. of advantage;
• Zero to One years’ experience in structural engineering (Steelwork and concrete);
• Registered as candidate with ECSA;
• Civil engineering experience advantageous;
• Project Management experience advantageous;
• Revit experience advantageous ;
• Multidisciplinary project experience advantageous;

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can! WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.