TRAFFIC Western Cape

Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd

Job Description

Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior)

Location: Cape Town

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 18 Mar 2026

Requisition ID:

Position: Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior)

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.

3. 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.

4. 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.
5. Skills & Attributes
  • Reliable and organised
  • Physically fit for outdoor work
  • Willingness to learn and solve problems
6. Technical Requirements
  • Diploma in Engineering (Industrial, Civil or Mechanical)
  • Valid SA Code B driver's licence
  • Own reliable passenger vehicleBasic computer literacy
  • 12-18 months field experience in inspection/utility/civil work

About This Role

Career insights for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers positions

Salary Benchmark
$101,800/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Reading Comprehension Active Listening Critical Thinking Speaking Writing
Common Technologies
Apache Kafka Apache Maven Git Airtable Apache Hive Blackboard Learn Micro Focus LoadRunner Professional Selenium

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