Project Engineer – Capital Projects

Pollock & Associates; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Durban seeks a skilled Project Engineer to manage technical designs and project execution across South Africa and internationally. The ideal candidate holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering, possesses extensive experience in engineering, specifically in the petroleum sector, and has proficiency in MS Project and AutoCAD. This role involves close collaboration with project managers to deliver compliant and timely engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience, ideally in the petroleum industry.
• 5+ years in a project management role.
• Knowledge of industry standards like OHS Act and ASME B31.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-disciplinary teams and technical designs.
• Coordinate contractors and execute projects on time and budget.
• Work closely with the Engineering Project Manager.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Expert knowledge of piping design

Advanced proficiency in MS Project

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

BSc Mechanical Engineering

Project Management Diploma

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

We seek a highly skilled and registered Project Engineer to manage multi-disciplinary teams, technical designs, contractor coordination, and project execution across South Africa and international sites. This role is central to delivering compliant, on-time, and on-budget engineering solutions.

You will work closely with the Engineering Project Manager to manage capital projects, including the design and in-house fabrication of piping systems, pressure equipment, and large-scale structures. The ideal candidate is familiar with industry standards (OHS Act, ASME B31 / VIII, SANS) and has advanced proficiency in MS Project and AutoCAD. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead technically complex projects with strategic importance.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc Mechanical Engineering is essential not a BTech
• Project Management Diploma preferred
• Preferably to have certifications in the OHS Act, ASME B31 (Piping). SANS 347, SANS 10089-1 & ASME VIII standards.
• Pr.Eng is preferred but not essential preferably working towards obtaining it.

Experience & Technical Skills

• 10 years of engineering experience in the petroleum industry, or liquid bulk terminal expertise, of which 5 years were in a project management role, is essential.
• 5+ years in project engineering
• Expert knowledge of piping, structural and pressure equipment design
• Proficient in P&IDs, HAZOP, MOC, NEC & JBCC contract administration
• MS Project, AutoCAD, Excel, Word (intermediate level)

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