Senior Electrical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa HB Management Services Full time R1 200 000 - R1 800 000 per year
Introduction

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Our client wants to appoint a qualified, competent Senior Electrical Engineer to produce quality technical outputs which satisfy all requirements (Clients, Codes and Standards) by adhering to internal engineering processes.

The position is a senior technical role requiring leadership qualities.

Duties & Responsibilities

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS


• 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;


• Design of DC plant and battery systems;


• Design of renewable energy systems;


• Design of protection 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;


• Assisting with testing and commissioning of electrical systems;


• Mentoring of junior personnel.

Desired Experience & Qualification

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE


• BSc (Eng) or B Eng degree in Electrical Engineering;


• Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer;


• Minimum 10 years' relevant multi-disciplinary project design experience, especially in the Power Generation Industry;


• Minimum 5 years' experience designing PV Systems;


• Working knowledge of OHS Act and the Regulations;


• Working knowledge of the Environmental Legislation;


• Working knowledge of SANS & IEC codes, Safety Management Standards and ISO 9001;


• Knowledge and experience with the South African Grid Code;

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge:


• Technical report writing (understanding of technical documentation standards and formats);


• ETAP or DigSilent software (understanding of power system analysis tools);


• Microsoft Office applications.

Skills:


• Good communication and technical report writing;


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;


• Use of ETAP or DigSilent;


• Problem solving ability;


• Planning, organizing, administration and time management skills.

Behaviours:


• Ability to operate under pressure in a team environment;


• Fast and accurate worker who is results driven;


• Ability to work independently;


• Good people skills;


• Assertiveness;


• Pro-active disposition;


• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including traveling to project sites.

Package & Remuneration

R1.3 million CTC = R per month.

Interested?

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