Job title : Snr Engineer ElectricalJob Location : Mpumalanga, SecundaDeadline : January 09, 2025Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Purpose of Job Utilise sound level of experience in electrical engineering to deliver electrical engineering operational support ensuring that the technical ability of plants meet the operating intent, whilst governing operational technical standards.
Will ensure installed assets are being operated at the most profitable operating window that will be determined by, but not limited to, throughputs, utility consumption, availability, reliability and quality. Key Accountabilities Utilise electrical engineering systems, tools and standards in all projects. Set criteria for specific electrical maintenance strategies from the specifications/standards and OME requirements. Apply in depth knowledge in integration of electrical network and equipment necessities with regards to process requirements. Enhance meaningful steps in electrical problem solving. Play a leading role in implementation of new ideas and work methods. Show ability to provide maintenance management support on complex electrical systems. Perform standby duties for the Electrical Distribution department and perform HV/MV switching as may be required during execution of standby duties. Mitigate electrical risks through engineering out / improvement / renewal / re-design. Manage deviations from electrical specifications or standards when necessary. Report on equipment failure modes and failure trends of electrical equipment to manage predictability. Interpret and translate business requirements into an electrical engineering strategy to enable OME to safely meet production targets. Deliver integrated and in-time electrical technical support to the OME to improve stability. Provide short term, intermediate and long-term electrical solutions to the OME. Provide technical support to address complex electrical problems and minimise production impact. Ensure correct root cause is identified and effective corrective actions are implemented to prevent re-occurrence of incidents. Implement best practices/benchmarking with Sasol electrical teams. Identify failure modes of equipment to pro-actively predict failures. Interpret results from analysis and monitoring of electrical equipment/systems. Provide solutions on integrity issues or re-occurring faults within the plant and formally escalate to OME integrity meeting for decision making. Perform critical asset management process (CAMP) for the OME to rank critical equipment from highest to lowest priority with regards to impact and probability. Actively partake in the Sasol Management of Change (MOC) process as part of project and maintenance works for all changes in plant areas and perform the function of Engineering Discipline Lead (EDL) for your are of responsibility. Provide clear guidance on relevant specifications and standards when changes take place in the electrical field for a specific plant. Ensure modifications/designs comply with the required specifications and standards. Identify advancements in engineering technology, specifically for electrical equipment, which can have a significant positive production or equipment reliability impact. Interpret and translate business requirements into an electrical engineering strategy to enable OME to safely meet production targets. Translate OME project team strategy into team working model. Facilitate knowledge sharing and innovation. Ensure personal development plans are created, implemented and tracked within applicable career path. Provide efficient and high quality services to stakeholders. Maintain healthy and stable relationships with contractors and consultants. Active practicing of interpersonal skills to ensure productive working relationships and to work with, or through, others internal and/or external (including suppliers) the organisation to get work accomplished. Display influencing, negotiating, maturity and emotional intelligence. Operate successfully in a diverse work environment. Formal Education University BSc or B-Eng in Electrical Engineering Working Experience 8+ relevant years Relevant experience considered includes engineering work related to: HV/MV electrical distribution networks, including maintenance and operation of distribution and power transformers; HV/MV power cables; HV/MV switchgear Protection relays Certification and Professional Membership ECSA registration will be a compulsory requirement effective 2 to 3 years after appointment date Engineering / Technical jobs