Project Engineer (EPC – Process Plants) - Germiston

Permanent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a project engineer based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves overseeing engineering design, managing project documentation, and ensuring effective communication among various stakeholders. Qualifications include a BSc or BTech in Engineering and relevant experience in process plants. Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in project engineering work relating to process plants.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering design experience for process plant design and construction.
• Minimum 2 years in supervision/management and project management.

Responsibilities

• Champion technical excellence in project implementation.
• Manage equipment specifications and selections.
• Engage with teams, subcontractors, and vendors for project execution.

Skills

Project engineering

Technical documentation

Equipment selection

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BSc/BTech in Engineering or a related field

Job description

Qualifications

• BSc / BTech in Engineering or a related field.
• Project engineering work relating to process plants including studies, basic engineering and detailed engineering minimum 3 Years
• Engineering design experience on projects pertaining to process plant design and construction minimum 3 Years
• Supervision / Management minimum 2 Years
• Project Management minimum 2 Years

Responsibilities

• Championing technical brilliance throughout every phase of project implementation.
• Playing a pivotal role in design contribution and meticulous production of project documentation.
• Managing equipment specifications and selections within project boundaries.
• Actively engaging with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure flawless project execution.
• Upholding meticulous records and reports to keep projects on track.

Technical Engineering

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including drawings, specifications, schedules, and reports.
• Contribute to technical excellence of the project in engineering deliverable development.
• Equipment specifications, adjudication and selections in line with project requirements, quality and budget.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution, particularly at construction / assembly phase.
• Conduct regular fabrication site visits and inspections to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Proven experience in project engineering, preferably in the capital equipment or process industry.
• Strong technical background with knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with suppliers and team members.
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Continuously finding new ways to innovate to improve performance and streamline project engineering.