Electrical Engineer

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Produce quality technical outputs which satisfy all requirements (Clients, Codes and Standards) by adhering to internal engineering processes. The position is a technical role, with interface and liaison with the client and other outside parties.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

The successful candidates responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• LV and MV Systems Engineering (conceptual & detail design and development of electrical systems and networks)
• Design, specification, and execution of electrical systems for industrial plants
• Design of LV & MV Motor Control Centres
• Design of LV & MV industrial plant reticulation systems
• Specification of Electrical Switchgear and Motor Protection Equipment
• Design of cable networks and distribution systems
• Lighting and small power designs
• Design of earthing and lightning protection systems

Ensure design compliance with the South African Grid Code

Managing the electrical interfaces with other disciplines

Participation in and management of procurement and installation contracts and documentation, including tender evaluation.

Assistance during the fabrication phase of all projects

• Assisting with tender compilation Project cost estimations (including the compilation of Bill of Quantities (BOQs)
• Compilation of tender scope of work
• Testing and commissioning of electrical systems
• Construction management of on-site E&I installations team
• Ensuring compliance to company and project technical and QA requirements

Qualification And Experience

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• BSc (Eng) or B Eng degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
• 5-10 years relevant multi-disciplinary project design experience in process plant for mining and metallurgy, power or the petrochemical industry.
• Working knowledge of OHS Act and Mines Health & Safety Act
• Working knowledge of SANS & IEC codes, Safety Management Standards and ISO 9001:2000
• Knowledge and experience with the South African Grid Code

COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate should possess the following skills and qualities:

• Good technical report writing skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Problem solving ability
• Ability to operate under pressure, must be a fast and accurate worker who is results driven
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Autocad
• Good planning, organizing, administration and time management skills
• Good people skills, assertiveness, a pro-active disposition
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including traveling to project sites
• A very strong team player

Should you not have heard from us for a within 21 days of the closing date of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.