Electrical Engineer : Bellville, WC

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer for a permanent role based in Bellville, Western Cape.

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• BSc Eng or B.Eng (Electrical) with a minimum candidate level registration with ECSA
• GCC advantageous
• Must have MV design experience as well as 5 years’ experience in a senior capacity in manufacturing, design and projects environment
• Good computer literacy and strong technical analytical skills
• Proven competence in process modelling and simulation software together with proven project management and implementation abilities
• Firm understanding of LV and MV generator projects
• Electrical Fault Level Calculations
• Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) Protection Systems and calculations
• Grounding system design and calculations
• Electrical equipment knowledge and experience in LV and MV installations i.e. transformers, switchgear and related equipment.
• Understanding of distribution transformer design including requirements for Solar, Wind and Convertor type units.
• Understanding of harmonics in an electrical network, mitigation and analysis
• Knowledge of SABS 10142 (Parts 1&2) – wiring of premises
• Understanding of distribution transformer design including requirements for Solar, Wind and Convertor type units.
• Understanding harmonics in an electrical network, mitigation and analysis.
• Investigate & analysis of functionality issues on site – the earth fault tripping of RD3 earth fault relay on PV systems
• Design and/or project knowledge of dry type Minisub (cast resin)
• Design and implement of new technology

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related issues and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Evaluate shortcomings and areas for development in technical team and make recommendations to improve
• Check and verify installation designs and installation methods, fault levels & equipment specifications for projects when required
• Assist with designs where required8 Ensure that all designs incorporate the appropriate safety standards and that all activities comply with company and statutory procedures
• Research into new technologies, materials & processes relevant to our business
• Technically conversant with all aspects of a problem/solution to supervise and/or co-ordinate technical investigations by internal parties
• Collaborate with engineering, production and quality assurance teams to develop & implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Customer liaison, MV project design, proposals and sign-off
• Assist with MV & LV projects
• Assist with generator projects
• Participate in PV and battery storage projects
• Participating in cross-functional teams to drive root cause analysis, corrective actions and preventative measures
• Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
• Compile and maintain project plans using MS Project & GANT Charts
• Responsible for staff management and development

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