Engineer - Electrical

AECOM; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure leader based in Durban is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join its consulting engineering team. The role involves developing designs, managing project documentation, and providing guidance to entry-level engineers. Candidates should have a relevant degree, at least 4 years of experience, and be registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA. AECOM supports a flexible hybrid work model and emphasizes employee growth and development.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive benefits and opportunities

Freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience after qualification.
• Registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs through various project stages.
• Coordinate and prepare design documentation as part of the project team.
• Provide design input to CAD/BIM technicians.

Skills

Proficient in BIM Software

Electrical details include LV and MV systems design

Load Lists

Single Line Diagrams

Network Diagrams

Hazardous Area Classification

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science or Engineering from an accredited University

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

AECOM is seeking an Engineer - Electrical to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Durban. This position will support a team locally in South Africa and with Global Teams. AECOM offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement that accommodates both office and out-of-office schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities
Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals across nine countries, EC delivers high-quality, specialist services that fill capability gaps and support projects of all sizes.

Job Description

We are looking to fill the position of Electrical Engineer to join our electrical engineering unit as part of a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering team. The company undertakes large capital projects for various clients across many sectors.

The Engineer is responsible for developing designs through various project stages, coordinating and preparing design documentation as part of the project team. Performs specific and limited portions of broader assignments as an experienced engineer. Guides Candidate Engineers, provides design input to CAD/BIM technicians, and works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and tests.

• Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approaches to solve new problems encountered.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with the budget and schedule with moderate supervision.

Technical Excellence

• Develops designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and project BIM models as per discipline requirements.
• Works on drawings under the supervision of an experienced Engineer.
• Assists with design content by applying design and technical knowledge to ensure high-quality outputs within project timelines.
• Under supervision, performs work following the budget and schedule.
• Collects and analyzes information from specific discipline and interdisciplinary project BIM models.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving engineering problems.
• Coordinates with other discipline Engineers for continuity of the design process.
• Participates in design progress and coordination meetings.
• Checks and ensures the quality of model production by BIM/CAD teams for accuracy to design instructions.
• Seeks information and opportunities to contribute, developing efficiencies and effectiveness.
• Contributes by solving problems using experience or theoretical knowledge on atypical assignments.
• Proficient in BIM Software (Working experience with Revit advantageous).
• Electrical details include LV and MV systems design and checking, including:
• Load Lists
• Single Line Diagrams
• Network Diagrams
• Electrical Schematic Diagrams
• Hazardous Area Classification
• Diversification and Load factors
• Electrical Network Design
• Fault Level Calculations
• Protection Schemes modelling and settings
• Power Metering specification and interface to Energy/Building Management Systems
• Cable Routing Design
• Cable Sizing Calculations
• Lighting Calculations, modelling and layouts
• Earthing Risk Assessments and layouts
• Specification of Electrical Equipment (Switchgear, Distribution Boards, MCCs, Transformers, UPSs, Cables, Lighting, etc.)
• Construction Standards of installation specification

Client Relationship Management

• Begins to participate in client meetings to discuss project requirements and explain/defend work

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science or Engineering from an accredited University
• 4+ years of experience after qualification
• Registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. Our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. Hybrid employees are expected to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities. We solve clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with a revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer — We believe in your potential and are committed to helping you achieve it. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.