Graduate Electrical Engineer

Graduate Electrical Engineer

Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used on assigned projects meet the Client’s requirements and/or those issued. 
Carry out electrical engineering work as required by the lead electrical engineer in accordance with the agreed project schedule. 
Prepare general notes requisitions for electrical equipment on assigned projects. 
Assists the designers with the preparation of electrical drawings on assigned projects.
Set up and maintain electrical databases on assigned projects 
Specify and prepare material requisitions for electrical equipment on assigned projects. 
Prepare all contract requisitions. 
Prepare technical bid evaluations for electrical equipment on assigned projects.
Review and approve supplier documents for electrical work on assigned projects. 
Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT’s) and Site Acceptance Tests  (SAT’s) for electrical equipment (or equipment with significant electrical content) on assigned projects
Notify the Project Engineer of all deficiencies in the flow of data on assigned projects or other basic information required for execution of work.
Provide progress report information on assigned projects, at the required frequency and with the required content, to the project Engineer.
Follow up electrical Construction work on assigned projects sites to ensure correct interpretation of designs regarding installation. 
Advise the Principal/ Senior Electrical Engineer of any slippages / deviations and their causes and proposed corrective action.
Advise the Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer of any technical problems and unresolved differences with other groups. 
Keep informed, by all possible means, of relevant technical developments in electrical industries 
Suggests ways to improve efficiency, costs and service in the execution of projects. 
Assist where necessary in the compilation of operating manuals and mechanical catalogues.
Provide electrical engineering support to the other engineering disciplines and to the construction department.
Attend discipline specific and general training courses where required 
Perform such duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer.

Responsibilities

Technical Design Ability – Under supervision completes technical design work using company and Client design methods, standards and data in line with Project requirements. Provision of support to designers.
Technical Expertise – Possesses proficient levels of technical expertise required to do the job, however continuously work towards improving and updating technical abilities. Will personally seek out opportunities to develop technical knowledge base.
Continuous Improvement – Working through training objectives and continuous improvement schedule via in house and external training opportunities. Working towards professional qualification.
Analytical Thinking – Identifies and analyses problems within their remit and can utilise analytical tools to break problems into component parts. Is attentive to detail and can follow existing guidelines to resolve issues. Understands limitations and problems of analysis within their remit
Organisational and Industry Awareness – Has an understanding of the wider business goals and will allow this to guide their input and decision making. Understand and complies with the rules and regulations applicable to their role.
Commercial Awareness and Customer Focus – Has an understanding of general market conditions and the drivers behind projects. Understands the market in which company operates and is able to articulate WOOD’s skills and methodologies to support client needs. Understands the importance of customers to the organisation. Takes pride in delivering a high quality service.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

BSc / BEng / BTech, Electrical Engineering Power

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Low, Medium and High Voltage switchgear 
Protection settings and Electrical calculations 
Hazardous Areas

Desirable:

Electrical Construction experience
Smart Plant Electrical software
E-Tap software

Personal attributes:

Initiative – Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions.  Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions 
Change and Adaptability – Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders.  Readily adapts to changing circumstances 
Interpersonal Communications – Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view.  Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively
Problem Solving – Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity.  Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions.  Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions
Planning, Organising & Execution Prioritizes and plans work activities.  Uses time efficiently and strives to ensure that agreed schedule undertakings are met.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.