• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in mechanical or process engineering.
• Pr. Eng. / Pr. Tech would be advantageous.
• Relevant post graduate qualifications albeit technical, management or business related would be advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in mechanical and piping engineering and package management within the construction and engineering environment.
• Exposure to process plant design.
• Experience in contract management, engineering, costing/cost control, HAZOP, SHERQC and multi-disciplinary construction of process plants.

Knowledge required:

• Development of mechanical equipment specifications, data sheets and design criteria, preferentially in the smelter, material / product handling and utilities / services environments.
• Development of flow sheets (PFD), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), equipment lists and technical descriptions.
• Proficient in the basic application of fluid dynamics.
• Basic understanding of project scheduling.
• Strong technical drawing review skills, both 2D and 3D.
• Industry Codes and Standards for piping design in South Africa and abroad.
• Pricing, tendering and budgeting principles.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety rules and regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Mines Health and Safety Act).
  

Skills:

• Multi-discipline interfacing in a project environment.
• Ability to understand impacts of design on construction activities and actively manage the design to assist and reduce construction costs and timelines.
• Fundamental understanding of 3D modelling and intelligent P&ID modules, model integration and collaboration, and how these are applied in the Building Information Modelling (BIM) process.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, etc.
• Ability to interact with design teams remotely, via electronic communication platforms such Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Strong 3D and spatial awareness and visualisation abilities.
• Detailed analytical skills to measure, audit, investigate, solve problems, present ideas and negotiate.
• Ability to use time productively, maximise efficiency and meet challenging work goals.
• Analytical thinker with ability to examine issues from multiple viewpoints.
• An ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Accuracy and attention to detail with emphasis placed on quality.
• Able to work under minimal supervision.
• Exceptional people skills, punctuality and forward planning.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills for submission of management reports, planning and progress meetings.
• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold the company values.
• Willingness to travel locally and abroad.

Detailed responsibilities:
A. Projects

• Performs and manages mechanical & piping engineering projects, which include but are not limited to, engineering calculations, design and analysis, drawing review and strong technical presence during the fabrication and construction phase of a project.
• Contributes in the project planning and set up to ensure project execution is inclusive of the complete discipline scope of work.
• Advises on cost estimates for proposals and contracts in conjunction with the Project Director or Project Managers.
• Prepares and is responsible for the necessary mechanical & piping engineering design and specification and ensures the design is communicated accurately for estimating and project execution.
• Management and distribution of equipment drawings for the project and site activities as required.
• Provides project teams with the relevant engineering input when required, including assistance with the interpretation of the design drawings and installation of the required equipment.
• Performs the relevant inspections and witness testing when required on components as required by the Quality Control Plan.
• Performs field supervision of the relevant construction and commissioning when required.
• Reports on progress in conjunction with the project team, and takes the necessary remedial action where necessary.
• Ensures project contracts, specifications, standards, lists and bills of quantity meet the project requirements and constantly keeps such documents updated throughout the project.
• Travels to construction sites to perform inspections to confirm the design is adhered to.

B. Cost management and budget control:

• Ensure cost control with respect to mechanical & piping design and subcontractor management.
• Actively investigate cost saving opportunities for Company.

C. Planning and programming of the project:

• Liaise with the project planner to continuously monitor project schedules as well as re-planning to achieve new targets.
• Ensure sub-contractors and fabricators manage and maintain contractual timelines to minimise project delays and ensure successful projects.

D. Safety Management:

• Ensure designs comply with the relevant legislations and legal requirements.

E. Project risk control:

• Ensure formal record keeping and implementation of project decision lists.
• Ensure formal record keeping and implementation of lessons learned.