Senior Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer

WSP in Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Africa is seeking a Senior Engineer in C&I with ELV exposure for full-time work in Cape Town or Midrand. You will lead and oversee C&I design efforts, contribute to budgeting and BIM/CAD planning, and provide technical expertise across projects.

The role requires a BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering, ECSA registration, and at least 10 years of C&I experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit and BIM360/ACC/ProjectWise is preferred, along with PLC/DCS and SCADA/HMI knowledge.

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer or Technologist (ECSA) registration is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in C&I engineering.
• Project management, budgeting and scheduling experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with standards such as SANS 10142 and common contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and oversee C&I designs, budgeting and BIM/CAD resource planning.
• Develop PLC/DCS designs and SCADA/HMI systems for projects.
• Create industrial network designs (fiber, TCP, serial) and OPC/API integration.
• Lead tender deliverables, project presentations and client communications.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Education

BEng/BSc/BTech in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM360

ACC

ProjectWise

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders that share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do, and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Montserrat

A Little More About Your Role

WSP is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Senior Engineer within our C&I department with exposure to the ELV discipline. This is a full-time opportunity based in Cape Town or Midrand (Johannesburg). The primary responsibilities for this role encompass producing & overseeing engineering designs, project financial planning, BIM/CAD resource planning and providing technical expertise on a project and advisory basis. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to independently run projects while also demonstrating proficiency in managing communication with management in supporting the resources required throughout various project phases.

• Formulate detailed C&I designs, processes and procedures, ensuring adherence by the engineering staff.
• Propose budgets, establish timelines for C&I projects and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to present a complete solution to the client
• Validate and ensure the quality of work and methodologies employed by the C&I team
• Initiate and lead efforts to identify opportunities for new projects and enhanced processes.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive C&I project presentations, both internally and externally.
• Manage the timely completion of deliverables for various tenders.
• Contribute to establishing a work environment that promotes safety, value, and motivation for all, aligning with company policies and procedures, including those related to equality and diversity.
• Ensure strict compliance with all quality, safety, health, environment, and legal policies and procedures.
• Develop PLC/DCS systems designs.
• Formulate SCADA/HMI systems designs.
• Create designs for industrial networks, encompassing fiber optic, TCP, and serial connectivity.
• Develop designs for integration with 3rd party controllers through OPC/API interfaces.
• Evaluate contractor performance and ensure quality standards are met.
• Oversee commissioning quality assurance and conduct inspections.

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.

About You

• A BEng/BSc/BTech degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or Technologist ECSA
• A minimum 10 years of experience in C&I engineering.
• Project management, including budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling and resource planning is advantageous.
• Familiarity with general industry standards, such as SANS 10142, ANSI 5.1, etc.
• An understanding of various contracts, including GCC, NEC, JBCC, FIDIC.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Revit.
• Proficient in BIM360/ACC/ProjectWise.
• In-depth knowledge of various PLC/DCS systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various SCADA/HMI systems.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Leadership and management skills - with the ability to motivate others.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
• Excellent time management skills
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office.