Electrical Engineer jobs in South Africa

This position is responsible to develop, implement and manage capital projects related to water and wastewater facilities including treatment upgrades, pump stations, lift stations, storage tanks, pipelines, and other related facilities, with a focus in electrical improvements. While this candidate would serve as the electrical lead for Veolia’s capital upgrades, they will also be expected to manage small projects in other areas as needed to support the utility’s capital plan and operations. Candidate will participate in and actively contribute to short and long-term system planning as assigned. Effectively manages consultants and contractors for project delivery.

The candidate works closely with Engineering and Operations personnel, managing and coordinating program activities utilizing a cross‑functional team approach.

The candidate works to ensure Asset Owner satisfaction by delivering projects in accordance with the success criteria defined in the project plan (i.e. operational performance, budget, schedule, regulatory compliance, etc.)

• Responsible for $6-$8M in capital projects annually, including conceptual design/development, coordination of pilot testing, development of the project plans and internal funding approvals.
• Manage the project development, design (either internal or external) and construction of large and small capital projects in accordance with engineering guidelines and procurement policies. Support the oversight of construction management personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, budget compliance, asset management documentation and adherence to applicable standards.
• Ensure corporate Technical and Environmental Health and Safety/Security standards are incorporated into the design specifications.
• Manage and report on project expenditures to ensure they are aligned with budget and prioritize projects based on available funding and risk assessment.
• Coordinate with the master planning department to assure the focus of capital project planning meets the medium and long‑term system needs.
• Assist with developing analysis and reports to be provided to regulators, internal or external customers as required. Provide support as needed for Rate Case Filings.
• Drive efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics and utilization of alternate procurement and delivery methods.
• Manage environmental and governmental permitting in coordination with local business unit staff.
• Support the oversight of construction management personnel to ensure timely completion of assignments, budget compliance and adherence to applicable standards.
• Drive efficiency into project delivery through the monitoring of delivery metrics and utilization of alternate procurement and delivery methods.
• Participate in master planning efforts of existing systems and new acquisitions (water and wastewater). Prepare short‑term and long‑term capital improvement plans for new acquisitions and prepare valuations of systems based on due diligence site visits and condition assessments to assist with the formulation of bids for acquisitions.
• Participate in the development of engineering design and delivery processes and standards.
• Provide technical expertise on engineering and operational issues and support facility condition assessments for our water/wastewater operations.
• Ability to work transversally with corporate and local business units.

• Successful candidates must be willing to travel to the various business unit sites as per job requirements.
• Job sites generally located within a 30 mile radius of the local office with the occasional requirement for sites that are a longer distance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, commensurate experience may be considered.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing electrical design, MEP design, or construction projects and five (5) years of experience managing water/wastewater‑specific projects including electrical upgrade projects for treatment plants, and pumping stations.
• Experience leading and managing multi‑faceted teams.
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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Strong project management skills (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing).
• Thorough working knowledge of electrical equipment associated with water infrastructure, including but not limited to transformers, generators, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, substations, capacitors, transfer switches, and both high and low‑voltage equipment. MEP experience a plus.
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater process applications.
• Superior personal effectiveness skills, visible "leadership by example" utilizing participative management involving employees and teamwork whenever possible.
• Strong communication, presentation and reporting skills.
• Experience utilizing alternate project delivery methods (design‑build, integrated project delivery) and contracting methods (guaranteed maximum price, reimbursable).
• Computer skills (MS Project, Google Suite, Oracle PeopleSoft, Oracle Hyperion or other planning/performance/budgeting tools a plus).
• Financial analysis skills, including budget management, ongoing assessment of project risks/opportunities and basic accounting knowledge.
Required Certification/Licenses/Training
• Professional Engineer License (PE).
• PMP and/or Construction Management certifications a plus.
Pay Range

$125,000 to $135,000 per hour.

Benefits

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer‑sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

Sick leave – 56 hours; Observed Holidays – 11 days; Vacation – Flexible Time Off

Eligible for up to 15% Annual Performance Bonus

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.