Senior Electrical Designer - Mpumalanga at Wood

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Technical Design Ability - Guides and coaches others to achieve a high standard in technical design using company and Client design methods, industry standards, and data in line with Project requirements.
• Technical Expertise -Possesses proficient levels of technical expertise required to do the job, however continuously work towards improving and updating technical abilities. Will personally seek out opportunities to develop a technical knowledge base.Responsible for checking models and deliverables. Provides support to Engineers and feedback.
• Continuous Improvement - Working through training objectives and continuous improvement schedule via in-house and external training opportunities. 
• Analytical thinking - Ability to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources, and identify alternative solutions.
• Communication - Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.  Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to endure that they understand the information and the message.  Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Decision making - Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions.  Ability to take action consistent with available facts, constraints, and anticipated consequences.
• Problem-solving - Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve issues.
• Training - Ability to lead and guide others to develop new skills or knowledge that will enhance their work. Ability to design, develop, and/or deliver training programs.
• Cross Discipline Project Team Interaction - Proactively works with other discipline designers/engineers. Working with lead engineer and other discipline leads at project meetings, internal/external and client resolving issues. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Application of client specifications and local/international standards to electrical designs
• Site information gathering and as-building of existing drawings
• SP3D modeling of cable racks, earthing, L&SP and HAC
• Participate in plot plan and SP3D model reviews 30%, 60% and 90%
• Cable rack sizing and cable rack and route and trenching design drawings
• Earthing and lightning protection design drawings 
• Lighting and small power layout design drawings and single-line diagrams
• Hazardous area classification design drawings
• Overall and protection single line diagram design drawings
• Substation equipment layout design drawings 
• Integration of electrical design with civil, mechanical, piping, and C&I
• Produce MTO and BOQ’s
• Input into E&I installation contract and bid evaluations
• FAT electrical bulk materials
• Site visits and support during installation
• EOJ as-building

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications: 

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6)
• Minimum of  8 years 

Knowledge, skills, and experience:

• SmartPlant SP3D
• SPEL
• MicroStation 
• DIALUX
• Hazardous Area Classifications
• Electrical Construction experience

Personal attributes:

• Problem Solving - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Constructively identifies issues and recommends solutions. Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions 
• Change and Adaptability - Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders. Readily adapts to changing circumstances 
• Interpersonal Communications - Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view. Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization.  Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively
• Planning, Organizing & Execution Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently and strives to ensure that agreed schedule undertakings are met.