Site Electrical Engineer - 12-month Fixed Term Contract

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**Overview** This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract for a Site Electrical Engineer at Hatch. The role involves supporting the Engineering Manager by providing on-site technical assistance during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems. The primary focus is on field engineering support, coordination with contractors, ensuring compliance with specifications, and resolving technical issues that arise on site. The Site Electrical Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the electrical scope is delivered safely, to the required quality, and in line with project schedules. **What you will do** * Provide daily technical support to construction teams and contractors. * Review and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and layout documents for on‑site execution. * Conduct field inspections to verify that electrical installations meet design, quality, and safety standards. * Respond to and resolve site queries (RFIs), coordinating with the design office when needed. * Support testing, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning activities for electrical equipment and systems. * Assist with troubleshooting electrical issues encountered during installation and commissioning. * Maintain and update on‑site electrical scope of work documents as construction progresses. * Monitor contractor progress and provide feedback to ensure schedule adherence. * Support the development of electrical construction and commissioning plans. * Ensure that engineering deliverables such as drawings, datasheets, and specifications are correctly implemented on site. * Assist with the implementation of Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) related to field activities. * Participate in daily/weekly site coordination and progress meetings. * Liaise with other engineering disciplines, construction teams, procurement, and commissioning personnel to resolve interface issues. * Ensure effective communication between site personnel and the design office for technical clarifications. * Assist in conducting design and constructability reviews. * Ensure electrical installations comply with OHSA requirements, project safety rules, and electrical safety procedures. * Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety meetings related to electrical activities. * Ensure proper application of switching, isolation, and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures. * Conduct quality checks, audits, and inspections in line with the project’s Quality Assurance Plan. * Promote ethical and professional engineering practices on site. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * BSc/B.Eng in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. * Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in electrical engineering on construction or site‑based projects. * Experience working on large multidisciplinary industrial/mining/infrastructure projects. * Strong understanding of construction, installation, and commissioning processes. * Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and standards. * Good understanding of interdisciplinary interfaces and construction sequencing. * Knowledge of electrical equipment technologies used in large projects. * Strong communication, coordination, and site problem‑solving skills. * Understanding of procurement, contracting, and construction workflows. * Familiarity with HSEC standards and site safety requirements. * Willingness to work a 6/2 rotation. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate will possess a relevant Engineering degree, have vast experience on site, and be willing to work a 6/2 rotation. They will hold a BSc/B.Eng in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in electrical engineering on construction or site-based projects, particularly on large multidisciplinary industrial/mining/infrastructure projects. This individual should have a strong understanding of construction, installation, and commissioning processes, and be adept at interpreting electrical drawings, specifications, and standards. A good understanding of interdisciplinary interfaces and construction sequencing, knowledge of electrical equipment technologies used in large projects, and strong communication, coordination, and site problem-solving skills are essential. Familiarity with HSEC standards, site safety requirements, and procurement, contracting, and construction workflows is also expected. Preferred attributes include experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians, a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and contractors simultaneously, previous experience applying project engineering procedures and quality workflows, and a strong client-focused approach with the ability to interact confidently with site stakeholders. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/site-electrical-engineer-12-month-fixed-term-contract-hatch-5 Source: myjobmag

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