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Candidate Engineer - Electrical

Candidate Engineer - Electrical

AecomBellville, Western Cape, South Africa
3 days ago
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Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Candidate Engineer - Electrical to join our team in our Cape Town offices.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Start here. Grow here.

Job Description

Here is what you will be doing :

  • Preparation and management of schedules, estimates, progress reports.
  • Electrical engineering and design during all project phases according to client, national and international standards.
  • Cost Estimation of electrical Engineering scope of work, including equipment and construction costs.
  • Detailed Electrical Engineering of LV, MV and HV systems (up to 275kV) with specialization in Building Engineering, Renewable Energy or Transmission / Distribution including :

Load Lists

  • Single Line Diagrams
  • Network Diagrams
  • Electrical Schematic Diagrams
  • Hazardous Area Classification
  • Diversification and Load factors.
  • Electrical Network Design
  • Fault Level Calculations
  • Motor start-up and Protection Schemes (MV and LV)
  • Protection Schemes modelling of protection schemes and definition of Protection settings.
  • CT Specification.
  • Power Metering specification and interface to Energy / Building Management Systems.
  • Cable Routing Design
  • Overhead Line design
  • Cable Calculations
  • Earthing Risk Assessments, earthing system design, Earthing layouts.
  • Specification of Electrical Equipment.
  • Specification of Construction Standards of installation.
  • Interface with Control Systems.
  • Interface with Energy Efficiency and providing energy efficient electrical solutions.
  • Interface and Familiar with Quality of Power Supply requirements and evaluation.
  • Perform and check system studies (e.g. short circuit; load flow and protection coordination).
  • Utilize vendor data and work with other disciplines as required for engineering and design.
  • Participate and Perform squad checks of vendor data and drawings from other disciplines.
  • Develop and check equipment purchase specification and develop RFQ’s
  • Develop technical scope of work and tender documentation and bills of quantities for construction contracts.
  • Develop tender documentation, adjudicate tenders, provide re-measurement of works and approve contract claims.
  • Prepare Project Scheduling and Planning, developing basic Gant charts
  • Manage progress & quality control activities for equipment manufacture.
  • Conduct vendor inspections and factory acceptance testing of equipment.
  • Manage switchgear and specialist equipment contractors.
  • Provide field engineering support to construction and commissioning teams.
  • Project handover and closeout documentation.
  • Qualifications

    Here is what we are looking for :

  • BEng / BSc (Electrical Engineering)
  • 1 years experience within the built environment
  • Conversant with Digisilent, ETAP (or other equivalent package) electrical power systems modelling and analysis software.
  • Sound electrical engineering knowledge and experience in LV, MV and HV (up to 275kV)
  • An intimate knowledge of local standards and international codes OHS Act, SANS, IEC codes and standards and industry practices.
  • Additional Information

    At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

    At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

    About AECOM

    AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

    AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

    What makes AECOM a great place to work

    You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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