Job Description

• Responsible for the Engineering and Design of renewable energy projects
• Provision of technical and management expertise and involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from inception, through feasibility into construction and commissioning;
• Producing tender drawings
• Producing single line diagrams
• Compilation of BOQs and preparation of tender documents and project specifications
• Tender evaluation and identification of tender opportunities
• Play a key role in project management and will be responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control of projects from inception to completion
• Management of technicians, project engineers, master electricians, project managers and contractors.
• Work with Energy Efficiency initiatives such as power factor correction, photo voltaic cells, variable speed drives, luminaires, time of use tariff, demand management, energy recovery, etc.
• Observing health and safety guidelines
• Management and maintenance of Client relationships and co-ordination of project execution within scope, timeframe, safety, cost and to the Client's satisfaction;
• Participation in engineering activities and interdisciplinary interfaces in close cooperation with the other discipline Engineers;
• Contributing to the development of the organisational Quality Management System
• Ensuring that all work is undertaken in accordance with the Quality Management System.

• National Diploma/BTech/BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering (NQF Level 7)
• Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (PR.Eng)
• Completed or in the process of completing a postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.
• Qualification in Project Management would be advantageous
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Certification would be advantageous

• Have 5+ years experience working in the renewable energies, process, and utilities industries, including project experience
• Have 5+ years experience with commissioning of renewable energy projects
• Your sound knowledge of Health and Safety, compliance and inspections to authorize COCs, as well as ensuring work at height permits and other requirements are met.
• A natural, self-motivated and astute ability to self-manage and take responsibility for the companys technical performance is essential.
• Manage Subcontractor installation teams is an advantage.
• Understanding of Inverter systems and commissioning of such systems an advantage.
• Understanding of Municipal embedded generation bylaws and standards an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in Plant Electrical Reticulation, Electrical Protection Systems, MV, and Switching equipment
• Demonstrate experience in Earthing and Bonding best practices
• Power Simulation software skills

• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Efficient and reliable
• Punctuality
• Deadline Driven
• Team Player
• Ability to prioritize
• Good communication skills
• Problem solver/Quick thinker
• Sober habits

• 3 - 6 month fixed term contract with potential for permanent placement
• Cost to company per month (TBD based on relevant experience, terms)
• Immediate start date

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