Snr Technologist Engineering (Mechanical) - A&A Engineering

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Mosselbay seeks a Senior Technologist Engineer (X1) for Peaking Auxiliary & Ancillary work. The role focuses on developing and supporting technology strategies, processes, standards and designs within the Auxiliary and Ancillary Engineering discipline.

The position requires leadership, strong problem solving, and expert technical input across power-plant projects at Gourikwa Power Station in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• 4 years related experience in engineering planning and design, design integration and engineering management in relevant technologies for power stations, electrical network.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Communication

Technical report writing

Engineering consulting

Asset design solutions

Technical standards

Change impact evaluation

Technology vision input

Technology research

Leadership

Professional technical leadership

Education

B Tech / National Higher Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (NQF7)

Job description

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 September 2026

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Energy and Power Engineering

Location: Mosselbay

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Position: Snr Technologist Engineering X1 – Peaking Auxiliary & Ancillary Position/Task Grade: P15 Area of specialization: To develop and support relevant technology strategies, processes, standard, specifications and designs. Department: Auxiliary and Ancillary Engineering Business Unit: Peaking Operating Unit Location: Western Cape, Gourikwa Power Station

Skills and Competencies Required:

Leadership

• Motivating teams
• Coaching

Behavioural

• Trustworthy
• Ethical

Knowledge

• Design codes and standards
• Engineering theory
• Relevant Eskom statutory processes, procedures, policies, guidelines, associated safety practices and legislation
• Risk analysis principles
• Technology road mapping

Skill

• Technical problem solving
• Good internal and external communication
• Technical report writing
• Provide technical consulting and investigating services.
• Provide and integrate engineering solutions or designs for asset creation.
• Develop and approve discipline specific philosophies, technical standards, procedures, work practices and specifications
• Manage and conduct product, equipment, material, service and change impact evaluations
• Provide input into discipline specific technology vision strategy and direction setting
• Conduct discipline specific technology research
• Participate in national and international technical forums
• Provide professional technical leadership

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions. Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Related Minimum Experience

• 4 years related experience in engineering planning and design, design integration and engineering management in relevant technologies for power stations, electrical network.

• B Tech/National Higher Diploma/ Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at NQF7 with 360 credits