Tendering & Design Engineer (Electrical) at Mikano

Job Summary

• A Tendering and Design Engineer who would be responsible fora dual-function engineering professional responsible for developing technical designs while also supporting the commercial and bidding aspects of engineering projects.

Responsibilities
Electrical System Design:

• Develop and design electrical systems, schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings using CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical).
• Prepare single line diagrams (SLDs), load schedules, control circuits, and protection schemes

Equipment Specification & Selection:

• Identify and size electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, breakers, cables, motors, lighting fixtures, and protective devices.
• Evaluate vendor technical specifications and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Engineering Calculations:

• Perform key electrical calculations including voltage drop, short circuit analysis, cable sizing, load flow, earthing/grounding, and lighting design.
• Ensure designs meet efficiency, safety, and reliability standards.

Compliance & Standards:

• Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes and standards (IEC, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, local regulations).

• Prepare documentation for regulatory approvals and audits.

Project Documentation:

• Develop Bills of Materials (BOM), technical reports, datasheets, and engineering packages.
• Create construction drawings and “as-built” documentation.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with mechanical, civil, procurement, and project management teams during project execution.
• Provide technical guidance to installation and commissioning teams.

Review & Quality Assurance:

• Review design submissions, vendor drawings, and technical proposals.
• Conduct design checks to ensure quality, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.

Site Support & Commissioning:

• Provide technical support during installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues and recommend corrective actions.

9Risk & Safety Analysis:

• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments for electrical systems.

• Embed safety considerations (arc flash protection, grounding integrity, redundancy) into design.

Requirements

• Qualifications: B.eng/ HND - Electrical Engineering. Minimum of five years experience in a similar role.