Senior Engineer (O&M Early Operations) at Scatec ASA

Main purpose of position

• Currently we are looking for a Senior Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Senior Engineer you will conduct technical investigations and implement solutions to resolve all technical matters related to operations and performance of operational plants.

Main responsibilities 

Support during Structuring and Execution Phase

• Establish and approve technical requirements to be considered in the Project Documents, Functional Requirements, O&M Contract etc.
• Ensure Technical considerations in detailed engineering are aligned with learnings from operational plants
• Review of designs and technical documentation to ensure full TTO deliverables and technical compliance
• Support in conducting HV and MV equipment FATs and SATs
• Provide input to the commissioning procedure ensuring that all HV and MV equipment are correctly commissioned and meet safety and performance standards.
• Being involved in the hot commissioning process and providing hands on support to the EPC Team

Support during Power Production Phase

• Conduct root cause analysis on balance of plant equipment and implement strategies to improve plant reliability, efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
• Ensure plant technical compliance with internal standards, utility compliance, equipment and supplier requirements
• Conduct site visits to investigate problems or implement system/solutions to resolve faults or problems
• Drafting of project scope of works for various technical matters as related to investigations or changes on plant.
• Assistance with technical matters arising from O&M Project Management and Field Services.

Qualifications and competencies 

• B. Eng in Electrical Engineering
• Must be registered with ECSA or working towards being professionally registered
• 5 years+ relevant professional experience, preferably within the Renewables industry
• Knowledge on the latest advancements in HV and MV equipment
• Proficient in power system analysis tools such as Power factory and basic knowledge of PSCAD
• Fluent both written and spoken in English