Senior Thermal Power Engineer – Energy Transition Projects

Hatch; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a Thermal Engineer with a minimum of five years of experience to join our energy team. The role covers concept through detailed engineering for thermal power projects, with emphasis on gas-fired systems, waste heat recovery, and decarbonisation initiatives.

You will work in a multidisciplinary environment aimed at safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. Join Hatch to help deliver large-scale power and industrial projects, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in thermal power generation, industrial energy systems, or related industries.
• Experience with concept studies, feasibility studies, detailed design, operations, maintenance, commissioning, or technical support activities.
• Exposure to gas-fired power plants would be highly advantageous, although experience from other thermal technologies is also welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Concept, prefeasibility and feasibility studies
• Technology assessments and option evaluations
• Technical due diligence and lender support assignments
• Independent engineering and owner’s engineering services
• Technical audits and asset health reviews
• Operations support and maintenance strategy reviews
• Performance testing and optimisation studies
• Detailed engineering and project delivery support
• Business development and client engagement activities
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Skills

Strong technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Hatch in Johannesburg, South Africa, is seeking a Thermal Engineer with a minimum of five years of experience to join our energy team. The role covers concept through detailed engineering for thermal power projects, with emphasis on gas-fired systems, waste heat recovery, and decarbonisation initiatives.

You will work in a multidisciplinary environment aimed at safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. Join Hatch to help deliver large-scale power and industrial projects, collaborating with