Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Industrial) at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

PURPOSE OF ROLE

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