Technologist - Electrical

Company Description

AECOM is seeking a Technologist - Electrical to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Cape Town. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM's primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

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Job Description

Here's what you will do:

We are looking to fill the position of an Electrical Technologist to join our electrical engineering unit, forming part of a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering team. The company undertakes large capital projects for various clients, across many sectors.

The Technologist conducts assignments in the electrical engineering field usually as part of a project team.

Technical Excellence:

• Conducts assignments in the electrical engineering field
• Plans, organizes and manages small/medium projects
• Makes recommendations on alternate solutions to engineering problems
• Prepares and presents technical plans and reports
• Institutes changes in methods, designs or equipment
• Under Supervision, performs work following the agreed-upon budget and schedule.
• When required, collects and analyses information from specific discipline and interdisciplinary project BIM models.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving fundamental engineering problems.
• Coordinates with other discipline Engineers as applicable for the continuity of the design process.
• Participates in design progress and coordination meetings.
• Checks and ensures the quality of model production by BIM/CAD teams for accuracy to - design instructions.
• Actively seeks information, opportunities to participate and contribute, and develops efficiencies and effectiveness.
• Contributes by solving problems and applying experience or theoretical knowledge to atypical assignments.
• Assists with the design content by applying both design and technical knowledge to ensure high-quality outputs under project timelines.
• Proficient in BIM Software Revit

Detailed Electrical Engineering of LV and MV systems including the development and checking of:

Load Lists

• Single Line Diagrams
• Network Diagrams
• Electrical Schematic Diagrams
• Hazardous Area Classification
• Diversification and Load factors.
• Electrical Network Design
• Fault Level Calculations
• Protection Schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of Protection settings.
• Power Metering specification and interface to Energy / Building Management Systems.
• Cable Routing Design
• Cable Sizing Calculations
• Lighting Calculations, modelling and layouts.
• Earthing Risk Assessments, earthing system design, Earthing layouts.
• Specification of Electrical Equipment including, Switchgear, Distribution Boards, Motor Control Centres, Transformers, UPS's, Cables, Lighting, etc.
• Specification of Construction Standards of installation.

Qualifications

• BTech Degree (Electrical) from an accredited University
• 4+ Years' experience after obtainment of Qualification in a design function within the built environment
• Registered as a Candidate Technologist ECSA

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.