Job detailsMechanical Engineer (Hydropower) - (ENG-L5.100)Requisition #: ENG-L5.100Job title: Mechanical Engineer (Hydropower)Contract type: Permanent (Employee)Full TimeDescriptionZutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.What kind of talent do we pursue?We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.Zutari is seeking a mechanical engineer who will be responsible for the design and project management of hydropower and/or of bulk water infrastructure.The engineer will work closely with other senior engineers, junior engineers, technologists, and technicians in developing innovative solutions and delivering high quality outputs for our clients.Role ResponsibilitiesDetailed design of mechanical infrastructure incl. equipment selectionHydraulic design of closed conduitDetailed design of penstocks and other pipe systemsDevelop and undertake detailed designs for run-of-the-river, conventional and pumped storage hydropower schemes, including energy yield modelling and capital cost estimatesSupport the growth of our Dams & Hydropower business through client relationships and preparation of proposalsProject management of small projects and acting as work package/task lead on small to medium sized projectsTraining and mentoring of graduate engineersCoordinate and manage the development of 3D digital models and associated 2D drawings for mechanical and civil infrastructureWork closely with other business units within Zutari such as the renewable energy and electrical teamsCo-ordinate with other disciplines such as electrical, civil, structural, environmental and geotechnicalWork closely with technicians, technologists and other engineersAttend site visits for familiarisation and high-level surveying or observation of brownfield infrastructure and greenfield projectsInterpret engineering design sketches and drawingsInterpret as-built drawings of brownfields infrastructureManaging and reviewing the quality of deliverables with a specific focus on the compilation of professional reportsMinimum RequirementsBSc/BEng in Mechanical EngineeringCandidate Engineer with evidence of application submission with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional EngineerMinimum of 4 years experience, preferably within water infrastructure projectsPostgraduate engineering qualification would be an advantageExperience in digital modelling would be an advantagePrevious experience in the dams, hydropower or bulk water industry (bulk conveyance, pump stations) would be an advantageA willingness to learn and continue building an established mechanical teamA strong interest in working on innovative and complex projectsDiversity and Equal OpportunityWe believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.
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