Senior Electrical/ CI Engineer
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1. Project Design & Engineering
- Lead and contribute to the design and technical delivery of electrical engineering projects.
- Develop concept and detailed designs, specifications, drawings, and contract documentation.
- Take professional responsibility and sign off engineering designs in accordance with ECSA requirements.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
- Conduct testing, commissioning, inspections, and provide construction support.
2. Power Systems Engineering
- Design and analyse:
- Medium and Low Voltage (MV/LV) power distribution systems (33kV to 400V)
- Substations, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems
- Load flow studies, fault level calculations, and power quality assessments
- Network reliability and optimisation solutions
3. Water, Wastewater & Industrial Systems
- Design and manage Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) systems.
- Develop and integrate:
- PLC-based automation systems
- SCADA systems
- Telemetry networks
- Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
- Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
- Process control and monitoring systems
4. Renewable Energy Projects
- Design, evaluate, commission and optimise:
- Solar PV systems
- Wind energy systems
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Hybrid energy solutions
- Support grid integration and energy management systems.
5. Project & Contract Management
- Manage medium to large-scale engineering projects.
- Prepare budgets, proposals, schedules, estimates, and tender documentation.
- Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
- Manage project risks, scope changes, and stakeholder expectations.
- Participate in tender evaluations and contractor appointments.
6. Business Development
- Attend tender briefings and contribute to tender submissions.
- Assist with pricing and preparation of technical proposals.
- Support marketing initiatives and help secure new clients and projects.
- Maintain and grow client relationships.
7. Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide technical guidance and supervision to engineering teams.
- Mentor and coach candidate engineers and technologists.
- Participate in technical reviews and development of engineering standards.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Education & Experience
Minimum Qualifications
- BEng or BSc in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institution.
Professional Registration
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