Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal & Senior Electrical Engineers with experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical or similar sectors of the industry to provide support to our Client in the execution of projects. Base locations are Sasolburg and Waterfall City. <br><br> Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities; <br><ul><li> Review and approve projects schedules on assigned projects with the Project Engineer to see that all dates, rates of progress and design periods are realistic. </li><li> Responsible for the design and approval of all electrical work on assigned projects. </li><li> Responsible for preparation and approval of project related standards on assigned projects. </li><li> Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used on assigned projects meet the Client's requirements and / or those issued. </li><li> Prepare and approve general notes requisitions for electrical equipment on assigned projects </li><li> Assists the designers with the preparation of electrical drawings on assigned projects. </li><li> Review and approve all electrical drawings and check design quality and technical accuracy on assigned projects. </li><li> Set up and maintain electrical databases on assigned projects. </li><li> Specify and prepare material requisitions for electrical equipment on assigned projects. </li><li> Prepare technical bid evaluations for electrical equipment on assigned projects. </li><li> Review and approve supplier documents for electrical work on assigned projects. </li><li> Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT's) and Sites Acceptance Tests (SAT's) for electrical equipment (or equipment with significant electrical content) on assigned projects. </li><li> Supports the Construction Department in the preparation and review of Construction Contracts, selection of bidders, evaluation of tenders and the attending of site meetings as may be required. </li><li> Review in conjunction with Procurement Department all claims on assigned projects by suppliers for an increase in the engineering scope of work. </li><li> Notify the Project Engineer of all deficiencies in the flow of data on assigned projects or other basic information required for execution of work. </li><li> Provide information where necessary to estimate the cost of contract changes on assigned projects. Alert the project Engineer / project Manager to circumstances considered to be subject to contract change. </li><li> Provide progress report information on assigned projects, at the required frequency and with the required content, to the project Engineer. </li><li> Follow up electrical construction work on assigned projects on project sites to ensure correct interpretation of designs regarding installation. </li><li> Advise the Chief Electrical Engineer of any slippages / deviations and their causes and proposed corrective action. </li><li> Advise the Chief Electrical Engineer of any technical problems and unresolved differences with other groups. </li><li> Keep informed, by all possible means, of relevant technical developments in electrical industries. </li><li> Suggest ways to improve efficiency, costs and service in the execution of projects. </li><li> Assist where necessary in the compilation of operating manuals and mechanical catalogues. </li><li> Keep Chief Electrical Engineer informed as to progress of assigned engineers and their potential for accepting increased responsibility. </li><li> Advise the Chief Electrical Engineer of possible fields for technical investigations and computer programs. Carry out technical investigations, including development of computer programs and, produce technical reports as and when required. </li><li> Advise the Chief Electrical Engineer of deficiencies and possible improvements to the established design methods, standards and data. Accept responsibility as requested for development and maintenance of expertise in specific areas of technology. </li><li> Assist when required in preparation of proposals. </li><li> Prepare, review and approve all contract requisitions. </li><li> Co-ordinate with Procurement and Contract Departments to ensure certified drawings are available in time to meet the engineering schedules. </li><li> Make recommendations to Chief Electrical Engineer on methods of improving company's competitive position from a technical standpoint. </li><li> Ensure that engineering activities are executed within budgeted manhours and approved schedules in compliance with project procedures, standards and specifications and in accordance with procedures and requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of S.A </li><li> Provide electrical engineering support to the other engineering disciplines and to the construction department. </li><li> Perform technical audits on the electrical aspects of projects for which he/she is not directly responsible </li><li> Attend discipline specific and general training courses where required </li><li> Perform such duties as many reasonably are assigned by the Chief Electrical Engineer. </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br><b> Qualifications: </b><br><ul><li> BSc / BEng / BTech, NDip Electrical Engineering Power </li><li> 12 Years minimum experience </li></ul><br><b> Desirable: </b><br><ul><li> Qualification in Project Management </li></ul><br><b> Personal attributes: </b><br><ul><li> Excellent organisational skills </li><li> Excellent communication skills. ela </li></ul><br><b> Knowledge, skills and experience: </b><br><ul><li> Low, Medium and High Voltage switchgear </li><li> Protection settings and Electrical calculations </li><li> Hazardous Areas </li><li>Must be resident in Secunda</li><li>Must have previous engineering contractor (EC) experience</li><li>Must have previous Sasol experience</li></ul><br><b> Desirable: </b><br><ul><li> Electrical Construction experience </li><li> Smart Plant Electrical software </li><li> E-Tap software </li></ul><br><b> Personal Qualities </b><br><ul><li> Initiative - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions. Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions </li><li> Change and Adaptability - Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders. Readily adapts to changing circumstances </li><li> Interpersonal Commnunications - Actively listens and seeks to understand others' points of view. Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively </li><li> Problem Solving - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions. Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions </li><li> Planning, Organising & Execution Prioritizes and plans work activities. </li></ul> <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.