Electrical Engineer

Teraco; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Gauteng is seeking an Electrical Systems Specialist to ensure optimum performance of electrical equipment. You will identify areas for efficiency improvement, oversee maintenance practices, and serve as a technical escalation point. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in facilities maintenance and energy systems. This role offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in energy efficiency and reliability improvements.
• Experience with electrical maintenance programs and practices.
• Ability to analyze technology trends and human resource needs.

Responsibilities

• Identify areas for energy efficiency improvements.
• Oversee maintenance shutdowns and procedures.
• Advise on electrical maintenance standards and practices.

Skills

Energy efficiency analysis

Electrical systems maintenance

Technical problem escalation

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Building Management System (BMS)

Job description

Overview

Ensures optimum, efficient and reliable performance of our electrical equipment nationally to meet and exceed company energy efficiency targets. Teraco currently operates a complex electrical distribution system, supported by a fleet of 160 x 2.2 MVA Diesel Generators and 480 x 600 kVA UPSs. Responsible for evaluating the maintenance programme and ensuring maintenance is carried out to the required Teraco standard. Analyses technology trends, human resource needs and market demand to make improvement recommendations in operational techniques, existing designs and test procedures. Serves as 3rd line escalation for complex technical problems. Conducts independent site inspections regularly to ensure adherence to standards, and the effective use of labour, spares and materials.

Main functions of the job

• Identify areas of energy efficiency and reliability improvement for Main LV distribution and downstream to the DC (e.g. UPSs, STSs, Distribution from DC to Energy Centre, Generator distribution, HV switchgear), including innovative technologies and practices.
• Perform regular equipment inspections to identify and address potential issues proactively.
• Oversee 3 yearly electrical maintenance shutdown to ensure time efficiency and appropriate level of maintenance at Energy Centre and MV level.
• Drive the transformation from preventative maintenance to condition-based maintenance.
• Make recommendations on which electrical maintenance and inspection functions should be insourced.
• Advise Teraco Maintenance Department to ensure all Electrical systems are maintained in accordance with Teraco standards, International best practices and OEM requirements.
• Bridge the skills gap between Service Providers and Teraco Operations, properly questioning the service provider on suggested repairs.
• Serve as 3rd line escalation for complex technical escalations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve emergencies promptly to minimize impact.
• Compile Electrical system simulation scenarios and assist with scheduling and completion of the exercises to ensure all teams are practiced in the required emergency responses.
• Highlight training needs with the L&D Manager and collaborate with him/her to develop and deliver training programs that enhance the Electrical / UPS skills of employees.
• Deep involvement in RCAs and tracking of correctives, creating a link between operations and design ensuring lessons learned are adapted nationally under scenario training.
• Electrical Capacity Management (load balancing, design capacity vs sold capacity, demand, busbar load, phasing on UPS loads, PALs oversold at Power Distribution Panel level, manage trip risk as we approach 95% of capacity, high density racks).
• Ensure value from Teraco’s Building Management System as an expert user of BMS reporting, considering trend analysis of alarms and Electrical system incidents to identify improvement opportunities.