Principal Thermal Engineer

WSP USA; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Thermal Power Plant Engineer to act as a senior technical consultant for gas turbine projects in Southern Africa. The ideal candidate will possess over 8 years of experience with gas turbines and engines, strong project management skills, and must be registered as a candidate engineer with ECSA. The role includes technical oversight, preparation of project documentation, and the potential for travel within Africa. Competitive pay and flexible working conditions are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

First class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience on gas turbines and gas engines.
• In-depth knowledge of power plant modelling and design.
• ECSA registration as a Candidate required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform high-quality technical advisory works.
• Prepare functional designs and tender documents.
• Provide project engineering support during project execution.

Skills

Technical advisory experience

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

BSc Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)

Tools

Thermoflow

Job description

Key Role

WSP South Africa is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Thermal Power Plant Engineer who will function as a senior technical consultant for gas turbine and gas engine projects in Southern Africa and also be able to support the international business as required.

Registration as a candidate engineer with ECSA with the view of obtaining a PrEng registration within 1-2 years is required; however existing professional registrations with ECSA are considered advantageous.

Up to 10% travel to clients, sites and manufacturers premises is envisaged. The role will require foreign travel, specifically travel within Africa.

Qualifications and Required Experience

• BSc Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) Degree
• 8+ years’ experience on gas turbines and gas engines in simple and combined cycle
• An in-depth knowledge and field expertise regarding power plant modelling, design, construction supervision and commissioning
• Technical advisory experience towards investors, project developers and banks
• An in-depth knowledge and field expertise regarding gas infrastructure in Southern Africa
• Proven experience in business development
• Knowledge of various OEM gas turbines and gas engines models
• International thermal power plant project development and delivery experience
• Past experience covering a range of thermal power plant lifecycle delivery (including feasibility and development engineering, construction monitoring, witnessing testing and commissioning activities, and operational monitoring / inspections)
• Knowledge of thermal plant modelling software – including Thermoflow
• ECSA registration as a Candidate is required; however preference is given to candidates that are already Professional registered with ECSA

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Minimum 8 years experience in thermal power plants
• Ability to work within a team of engineers
• Good communication skills
• Good technical report writing skills
• Ability to manage time, quality and effort in order to deliver a quality product within time and cost constraints
• Ability to coordinate and manage projects
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be able to function independently

Additional Information

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Responsibilities

• Managing and performing high quality technical advisory works
• Project Management and interfacing between engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil and control and instrumentation);
• Prepare functional designs, specifications and tender documents for thermal power plant projects to internationally accepted standards for clients in Southern Africa and also internationally
• Review detailed designs from OEM’s or EPC’s submitted by contractors
• Site audits and inputs to Project Scoping
• Assessment of the technical performance of thermal power plants
• Provide project engineering support during the execution phase of thermal generation projects including responding to technical queries, factory inspections and testing of materials and monitoring progress of construction on site
• Preparation of proposals for consultancy services

Health and Safety

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times