Hoisting Electrical Project Engineer

ABB; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Project Engineer specialized in mine hoisting systems. You will act as a design authority for electrical engineering, coordinating with project teams on small to large initiatives and supporting after-hours customer engineering needs.

The role requires experience with AC/DC drive systems, PLC, and willingness to travel, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to contribute to risk reviews and site tests.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with experience in Process Automation.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in hoisting
• Knowledge of AC and DC drive systems
• Computer and programmable logic controller (PLC)
• Experience in mining industries would be advantageous
• Knowledge of electrical theory and system in mine winders
• You must be willing to travel
• You are at ease communicating with various levels in the organization internally and cross functionally

Responsibilities

• Performing the role of a project engineer on mine hoisting system and provide after hour engineering support to customers when required.
• Executing engineering functions and coordinating engineering functions done by other project team members on large or complex projects.
• Overseeing design and construction of electrical panels.
• Conducting formal risk review meetings and documents results for client’s presentations.
• Arranging and participating in the design, manufacturing, Commissioning and Site Acceptance test.
• Performing electrical hoisting audits and dynamic testing when required.

Skills

Hoisting experience

AC and DC drive systems

PLC programming

Mining industry experience

Communication across levels

Willingness to travel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PLC

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Engineering Manager

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role you will have the opportunity to act as a design authority for an engineering discipline with low to medium complexity. Each day, you will complete assignments on small projects or portions of larger projects in a cost-effective manner. You will also showcase your expertise by applying basic design for excellence concepts in project.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Performing the role of a project engineer on mine hoisting system and provide after hour engineering support to customers when required.
• Executing engineering functions and coordinating engineering functions done by other project team members on large or complex projects.
• Overseeing design and construction of electrical panels.
• Conducting formal risk review meetings and documents results for client’s presentations.
• Arranging and participating in the design, manufacturing, Commissioning and Site Acceptance test.
• Performing electrical hoisting audits and dynamic testing when required.

Our Team Dynamics

You will join a talented and driven team, where you will be able to thrive and grow.

Qualifications For The Role

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with experience in Process Automation.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in hoisting
• Knowledge of AC and DC drive systems
• Computer and programmable logic controller (PLC)
• Experience in mining industries would be advantageous
• Knowledge of electrical theory and system in mine winders
• You must be willing to travel
• You are at ease communicating with various levels in the organization internally and cross functionally

What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work on your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates an impact you can see and feel, every day.

Benefits

From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.

More About Us

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