Service Projects Engineer

GEA Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Engineer with expertise in ammonia refrigeration. Responsibilities include formalizing proposals, project sales, ensuring compliance, and planning project deliverables. Candidates must have a diploma/degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and several years of relevant experience in the field. Strong communication and customer orientation are essential. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years within the industry; seasoned Artisan/FSE.
• 1-2 years in Ammonia Refrigeration Design.
• 5-7 years in Ammonia Refrigeration Systems.

Responsibilities

• Formalize detailed proposals based on client requirements.
• Conduct project sales including client meetings.
• Review solutions and engineering for compliance.
• Conduct and arrange plant surveys.
• Plan and implement project programs.

Skills

Customer orientation

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to calculate figures

Knowledge of SANS 10147

Computer skills (Excel, AutoCAD)

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Formalize a detailed proposal based on the client’s requirements, best practices & providing a well-engineered solution.
• Conduct project Sales i.e., meeting with clients, establishing their requirements, developing a solution, costing the engineering scope, developing proposals, presentations, etc. and then presenting & negotiating the proposal with the client(s).
• Review solution and engineering for SANS compliance, engineering principles, GEA standards, client contract requirements and related specifications.
• Conduct and arrange plant surveys to establish current installed equipment and to identify areas of improvement.
• Coordinate preparation and delivery of project deliverables, engineering, operating & maintenance documents.
• Plan and implement a project program, including defining the project philosophy, activities, milestones, and resource requirements, as per the project & client requirement.
• Evaluate engineering changes, specifications and drawing releases and update accordingly with the drawing and technical department.
• Controlling external contractors to fulfil the task at a client site taking all Health & Safety specifications into account.
• Keep track of ETA’s, equipment delivered, and material required to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design, operating, and maintenance documents based on sales contract.
• Monitor quality of work carried out on site and ensure quality assurance of external contractors.
• Prepare project completion documentation as hand over for client acceptance.
• Ensure that pre-start up documentation and commissioning reports are completed by commissioning staff.
• Monitor and report on sales & project statistics.
• Follow up and ensure that the invoicing and administrative closing of projects are completed.
• Ensure that commissioning is done to GEA standards and within the performance requirement as per the sales contract.
• Identify additional business opportunities.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
• 5 years within our industry (seasoned Artisan/FSE)
• 1-2 Years in Ammonia Refrigeration Design
• 5-7 Years in Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
• Strong understanding of the Ammonia refrigeration process and the associated engineering

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Knowledge of SANS 10147 advantages
• Very good communication skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Strong customer orientation with the focus on service delivery
• Ability to engage with customers at different levels
• Strong computer and communication skills (Microsoft excel, Microsoft project, AutoCAD etc)

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