Senior Project Engineer Isando

Cutting Edge Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established process plant engineering and manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Project Engineer. This role involves managing engineering activities for modular process plant projects across various industries, including Metallurgy and Oil & Gas. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and 4-6 years of experience in project and package management.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years in a similar role.
• Engineering design experience related to process plants.
• Project management experience including budget control and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering activities on process plant projects.
• Accountability for project scheduling, budget control, and technical deliverables.
• Frequent site visits for project oversight.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Decision-making

Project management

Education

Diploma, BTech, BEng, or BSc Eng in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Projects

Job description

Introduction

The position is at a well-established process plant engineering and manufacturing company based in Johannesburg, focused on international projects.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work on innovative modular process plant projects across various industries, including Metallurgy and Oil & Gas.

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for executing and managing engineering activities on process plant projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Senior Project Engineer manages conceptual, basic, and detailed engineering activities within a process plant design and construction environment. Maintaining communication between engineering departments, clients, and vendors is essential. Key responsibilities include:

1. Accountability for project activities such as scheduling, budget control, and technical deliverables.
2. Frequent visits to project sites, both local and international.
3. Exposure to new technologies across multiple industries.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications:

• Diploma, BTech, BEng, or BSc Eng in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering.
• ECSA registration is desirable.
• PMP registration is desirable.

Experience:

• 4-6 years in a similar role.
• Engineering design experience related to process plants, including studies, FEED, basic, and detailed engineering.
• Project and package management experience, including budget control, scheduling, and contracts administration.
• Site installation and commissioning experience are desirable.

Knowledge of applicable mechanical engineering codes, policies, standards, and industry best practices is essential. Familiarity with standard contracts such as EPCM, EPC, LSTK, and forms like FIDIC and NEC is also important. Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and advanced MS Projects skills are required.

Skills & Attributes:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, training, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to translate client needs into practical, safe designs.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods and procedures.
• Proficiency in preparing technical proposals, reports, and design documentation.

Package & Remuneration

Highly negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.