Vanderbijlpark: Electrical Engineer posted by Lyon and Partners

We are recruiting for an Electrical Engineer (Design and Project Management) to join our dynamic team.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for coordinating project elements, as well as ensuring the project remained within budget in order to meet the requirements of the customers needs. Responsible for multiple highly complex major projects requiring innovative original solutions where results are key to successful completion of major projects.

Education:

• Professional Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.Eng), or Technology or Science Bachelors Degree and Honours (B.Tech Hons, B.Sc. Hons, or B.EngTech Hons)

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate experience within the Consulting Engineering field.

Professional Status:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or a Professional Engineering Technologist preferred. (Exceptional applicants registered as Candidate Engineers or Candidate Engineering Technologists may be considered eligible for professional registration within 1 year of employment.)

Skills:

• MV and LV Reticulation and Building Services Design
• Project Management
• Contract Management (FIDIC / JBCC)
• OHS Act and Construction Regulations
• Bentley MicroStation
• Inspired Interfaces (Power Office, Powa Master and ReticMaster)
• Lighting Design Software (Relux or Dialux)
• MS Office Suite
• MS Project

Competencies

• Strategic Agility Crafting a direction from Strategy.
• Organising & Executing, Problem Solving & Result focused.
• Driving Innovation (Tech savvy)
• Work with and engage people with Delegation skills.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Organizational and planning ability.
• Exceptional communication skills.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Electrical Reticulation and Building Services Design

Fully Develop designs and prepare technical documentation for electrical reticulation systems and building services.

2. Managing Projects through all ECSA Stages

Oversee projects from inception to close-out, ensuring compliance with ECSA’s prescribed stages and standards.

3. Task-Based Services

Conduct feasibility studies, audits, and other specialised assessments as required.

4. Project Management

Plan, execute, and monitor electrical engineering projects ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and budget

5. Contract Management

Administer contracts in accordance with Condition of Contract frameworks such as FIDIC and JBCC.

6. Compliance with OHS Act and Construction Regulations

Ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements during project execution.

7. Technical and Software Proficiency

Use tools like DigSilent PowerFactory, Bentley MicroStation, PowerOffice, PowaMaster, ReticMaster, Relux for drafting, analysis, and design.

8. Client Interaction and Stakeholder Coordination

Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and meeting targets.

9. Documentation and Reporting

Prepare detailed reports, maintain records, and provide progress updates to clients and stakeholders.

10. Business Development

Identify new opportunities and develop relationships with potential clients.

Prepare proposals, presentations, and bid documentation to secure new projects.

Work as part of the team to align business development strategies with organisational goals.

Other Requirement:

Own vehicle, Valid Drivers Licence, Willing to travel to site

If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. Send a copy of your updated CV to .za

Please note: We will do our utmost to respond to all applicants, however, given the large volume of applications we receive, this isn’t always possible. If you do not hear back from us within two-three weeks, please take it that on this occasion your application was unsuccessful.