Lesedi Nuclear Services was founded to provide engineering, scheduled maintenance services and technical resources for the South African Nuclear Power Industry. Since 2006 Lesedi has diversified into a major Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company supporting Eskom with its New Build Programme and covering other energy related infrastructure p...
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.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
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
QUALIFICATION AND 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
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
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