Electrical Engineer at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Compliance with Electrical Safe Work Practices Standards specific to Refineries or Oil and Gas Installations
• Performs design reviews of electrical distribution systems (LV & MV), motor starters, generators, VSD applications, lighting, cathodic protection, earthing & lightning protection, UPS
• Project management: Scoping of the project, considering alternatives, design, specification, costing, procurement, installation and commissioning.
• Leading single and multi-disciplinary projects, managing safety, cost, schedule and quality of installation
• Supports the Reliability & Maintenance Department with technical problem solving and investigations
• Interfacing with external organizations including local authorities and Eskom
• Manage the outputs and review designs of Engineering Design Contractors
• Participating in constructability reviews for project and maintenance activities relevant to electrical installations and be part of project teams accepting installations and participating in commissioning activities as required
• Compiling and reviewing Technical Standards to be applied on site
• Participating in manufacturing meetings with vendors and  Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Supporting refinery Turn Arounds with technical and supervisory oversight
• Mentor graduates & interns

Required Qualifications:

• University degree - BSc Eng (Elec) or BTech (Elec)
• 5 years working experience in the following fields: Refinery  /  Terminals or Oil and Gas Facilities
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards eg SANS 10142, IEC, EX Standards
• Knowledge of OHSACt and regulations applicable to Electrical Installations
• Solid experience with electrical installations in hazardous areas and relevant regulations & standards
• Strong technical knowledge on motors, transformers, protection, LV/MV switchgear, earthing, power electronics and associated standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• ECSA Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng registration
• Preferably experienced in the oil & gas environment
• Experience on large industry related projects either in South Africa or global

Other Requirements

• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good problem solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure

An added advantage would be experience in the design and implementation of control and instrumentation systems, interfacing to DCS, SIS or PLC systems, selection of instrumentation and P&ID development.

Closing Date: 21st, June 2022