Engineering Technologist

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Technologist with over seven years of expertise in Substation RTU, Telecontrol, and SCADA systems, and a proven track record in the design, testing, commissioning, and delivery of substation automation projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering knowledge and hands-on experience in providing technical solutions, conducting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and supporting projects throughout the full project lifecycle.

What you'll do:

• Design, testing and commissioning of substation automation systems.
• Engineering services to customer and internal projects
• Mentoring and coaching of junior staff.
• Accreditation of trainees on testing of substation automation systems
• Assistance for Business development processes and customer requirements
• Verify and assist with engineering solutions during project execution
• Factory Acceptance Testing of projects completed before delivery

Your Expertise:

• Function related experience: More than 7 years’ experience with Substation RTU/Telecontrol/SCADA systems
• Project experience: 5 years
• Knowledge of SCADA protocols
• Good understanding of engineering principles.
• Computer literacy with good working knowledge of relevant OEM product software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Strong technical document writing skills.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Ability to analyse complex problems, interpret operational needs and develop integrated solutions
• Basic knowledge of protection systems

Qualifications:

• Essential Qualifications:
  • Matric Certificate
  • Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer Technologist.
  • Computer programming related course (Python,/C#/C++)
  • Project Management related course
  • Basics Power Systems Protection related course