Senior Engineer - Electrical (Renewables)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREASThe successful candidates responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

LV and MV Systems Engineering (conceptual & detail design and development of electrical systems andnetworks)
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

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

BSc (Eng) or B Eng degree in Electrical Engineering.
Registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer pr Eng (A MUST HAVE)
Minimum 10 years relevant multi-disciplinary project design experience, especially in the Power Generation Industry.
Business Development Experience within the Renewable Space
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

Good communication and technical report writing skill.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The use of ETAP or DigSilent would be very beneficial.
Ability to operate under pressure in a team environment, must be a fast and accurate worker who is results driven.
Ability to work independently.
Problem solving ability.
Good planning, organizing, administration and time management skills.
Good people skills, assertiveness, and a pro-active disposition.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including traveling to project sites.

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

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