Senior Engineer/Technologists (OHL) - Power Utilities/Renewable Energy

Engineered Sourcing • Other • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • 2w ago

Planning and design of HV power transmission and distribution infrastructure from 33kV up to 765kV.
Responsible for handling multiple projects and preparing and providing guidance in the development of the engineering deliverables for overhead power line projects including layouts and drawings, component selection, equipment and construction specifications and all associated electrical calculations, modelling and studies.
Perform the necessary calculations and studies, including power systems studies on utility and industrial/commercial power transmission and distribution systems.
Line route selection and PLSCADD based overhead power line designs (tower spotting).
Development of project design documentation, technical specifications, perform concept and/or detail design layouts, and providing a detail design package that complies with applicable local, international and client specifications and standards.
Engage with other project stakeholders and team members and coordinate overall design packages and requirements.
Provide direction and guidance to junior engineers, drafters, and designers
Ensure design schedules are met, including providing regular status feedback to business unit principals and project managers.
Coordinate and review technical contract documents and perform contractor design reviews.
Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety and the Environment by following the Company’s Health, Safety & Environment Policy, and applying Safety Management Systems.
Identify and analyse design changes, modify design drawings and documents accordingly.
Attend FAT & SAT activities.
Provide engineering support during construction.
Resolving and responding to technical queries from contractors.
Plan and coordinate pre‐commissioning and commissioning activities.
Attend and contribute to site and project technical meetings as necessary.
Final handover of documentation as necessary.
Prepare expressions of interests (EOIs), tenders and request for quotations.
Assists and participates in business development and company marketing activities.
Adherence to the requirements of Quality Management System.
Participate in continuous improvement of processes and Quality Management System.

Requirements

Bsc Eng or B.Eng with 7 years relevant post qualification technical experience
B Tech with 10 years relevant post qualification technical experience at engineering level
Valid Drivers License
ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist
7 to 10 years post qualification technical experience in HV power transmission and distribution infrastructure in the power utility or renewable energy sector.

Skills and Competencies:

Detail knowledge of overhead power line component design and related structural and civil requirements.
Project administration and coordination skills.
Effective oral and written Communication skills
Problem solving and team working skills.
Computer literacy with sound knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Sound knowledge of PLSCADD.
National and Internationals engineering codes and standards.
Well-developed interpersonal skills.
Analytical skills.
Self -management and leadership skills.
Presentation and report writing skills.
Experience in power utility industry
Valid South African driver’s licence with no endorsements and their own transportation.

Desired additional skills and knowledge

Proficient in principles of project management
PLS Pole and PLS Tower
PSSE
MS Projects

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