Railway Engineer Johannesburg North

Communicate Engineering; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Engineering in South Africa is seeking a Design Engineer specializing in Railway - Overhead Traction Equipment (OHTE). You will develop electrical OHTE designs, work with contractors, and use CAD/BIM to create 3D models and simulations.

The role emphasizes feasibility studies, cost analyses, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Requires a registered ECSA Professional Engineer with at least ten years in OHTE design, plus five years in related substation/transmission work.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer with ECSA
• Minimum of ten years of OHTE Railway Design experience
• Five years of the ten years post-professional registration dedicated to Substation and Transmission Line design
• Experience in Construction Management is essential
• Proficiency in ACAD, BIM, and/or Revit is mandatory
• Experience with MS Office applications is required

Responsibilities

• Develop Electrical OHTE construction project specifications and designs based on customer requirements and railway OHTE design standards
• Collaborate with contractors and other construction professionals to ensure engineering designs meet client requirements
• Use CAD and BIM tools to create 3D models and animations of designs
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new designs and techniques
• Develop and maintain project documentation including drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with railway safety, reliability, and sustainability standards
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team to deliver on time and within budget
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings
• Lead project meetings and provide guidance to team members
• Keep stakeholders informed of progress and milestones

Skills

OHTE design

Substation and transmission

Construction management

CAD software

Education

BSc/BEng Electrical

BTech Electrical

Tools

ACAD

BIM

Revit

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Design Engineer - Railway OHTE

Reference: CTE025161-Nonku-1

Our client is seeking a skilled professional to join their team as a Design Engineer specializing in Railway - Overhead Traction Equipment (OHTE). In this role, you will engage in a dynamic fusion of state-of-the-art technology, meticulous analysis, and innovative problem-solving. Your expertise will be instrumental in crafting robust and awe-inspiring civil structures that push the boundaries of modern infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Develop Electrical OHTE construction project specifications and designs based on customer requirements and railway OHTE design standards.
2. Collaborate with contractors and other construction professionals to ensure that engineering designs are feasible and meet all client project requirements.
3. Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software and other requisite engineering tools to create and refine construction project designs, including 3D models and animations using CAD and BIM software.
4. Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to determine the viability of new designs and construction techniques.
5. Develop and maintain project and contract documentation, including design reports, design drawings, and specifications.
6. Ensure that construction projects meet statutory and regulatory requirements and adhere to railway safety, reliability, and sustainability standards.
7. Collaborate with members of the multi-disciplinary project team to ensure that construction projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with defined quality standards.
8. Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings and make recommendations to senior project management team members.
9. Conduct regular project team meetings and provide guidance and support to the multi-disciplinary team members.
10. Ensure that all project stakeholders are kept informed of project progress and project planning and milestone changes.

Skills & Experience:

1. Registered Professional Engineer with ECSA.
2. Minimum of ten years of OHTE Railway Design experience.
3. Five years of the ten years post-professional registration (Pr.Eng/ Pr.Tech Eng) dedicated to Substation and Transmission Line design.
4. Experience in Construction Management is essential.
5. Proficiency in industry-specific software and tools such as ACAD, BIM, and/or Revit is mandatory.
6. Experience with MS Office applications is required.

Qualification:

BSc/BEng Degree or BTech (Electrical).

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

Contact Nonku Ndzondo on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTE025161.

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