Over Head Power Lines Engineer at Fosad Consulting

Job Details

• We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives.
• We value inclusion and recognize the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

Job Summary

What kind of talent do we pursue?

• We are seeking an overhead power line design engineer that has experience in the design of HV OHL from concept to detail.
• The responsibilities and experience listed below are a guideline for the role we are seeking to fulfill.
• The successful candidate will form part of the transmission and distribution team within Zutari that covers designs related to renewable plants grid connections works and utility strengthening projects across Africa on a wide range of voltages from 11 kV up to 400 kV.

Role responsibilities

• Providing input into the design of transmission and distribution power lines which includes power line design from 11 kV up to 400 kV.
• Structure designs for overhead power lines in PLScadd.
• Preparation of technical documentation used in the tender process, and compilation of BOMs.
• Prepare technical drawings and specifications based on the clients requirements
• Playing an active role in the management of project finances
• Growth and development of skills within the sub-unit
• Assist with marketing all related products and services in conjunction with the sector leaders
• Construction management of projects
• Performs highly complex engineering, design, calculations, and analysis when required
• Interpret standards and implement calculation formulas in Excel.
• A team player that is willing to collaborate across multiple disciplines
• A team player excelling in the commitment of the resolution of complex issues.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc / MSc, BTech or National Diploma in Electrical, Structural or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of at least 5 or more years experience within the transmission, and distribution specific to overhead powerlines.
• Professional registration (preferred)
• PLScadd experience
• PLStower and PLSpole experience
• Basic Microstation / Autocad skills.