Professional Engineer (Pr Eng)

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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. Qualifications • 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 Technical Skills • 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 COC’s, 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 company’s 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 Personal Attributes • 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 Contract Details • 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