Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerFull-timeCompany DescriptionIOTA Group supports its clients in delivering major international projects across the energy, nuclear, mining, infrastructure and industrial sectors.For a major uranium mining project in Namibia, we are currently looking for an experiencedElectrical EngineerJob DescriptionPerforming and reviewing the electrical engineering of the project (grid connection and HV substation, MV / LV distribution, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors and drives, emergency power, lighting, earthing and lightning protection), including the oversight of the EPCM / EPC contractors.Contributing to the electrical design criteria, codes and standards, and coordinating the grid connection requirements with NamPower,Reviewing electrical deliverables (single line diagrams, load lists, power system studies, cable schedules, layouts, hazardous area classification, 3D model) and performing interdisciplinary checks,Preparing electrical specifications, performing technical bid evaluations and reviewing vendor documents with Procurement,Participating in HAZID / HAZOP studies and design reviews (electrical safety, arc flash, protection selectivity), and following up the actions,Manage the electrical configuration of the project in close coordination with other disciplines and under the management / decision of the engineering manager (change management process).Supporting vendor inspections and FAT with Quality Control, and resolving technical queries, RFIs and site deviations during construction,Supporting electrical testing, energization and commissioning, and preparing engineering change requests with their technical, cost and schedule impacts,Reporting progress, technical issues and risks to the Engineering Manager, and contributing to the digitalization of engineering data and 3D model use on site.QualificationsDegree inElectrical Engineering.At least10 years of experiencein electrical engineering onmining, mineral processing or industrial projects (EPC/EPCM).Site experience duringconstruction, energization or commissioningwould be an advantage.Professional registration withECN Namibia, ECSA or equivalentis a plus.Fluent inEnglish.Strong knowledge ofHV/MV/LV electrical design, power system studies and electrical engineering practices.Good knowledge of international standards and codes, includingIEC and SANS.Proficiency inETAP, DIgSILENTand3D model review tools.Knowledge ofNamibian regulationsand theNamPower Grid Codeis desirable.Experience innuclear or radiologically controlled facilitieswould be a strong advantage.Proficiency inMicrosoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Strong coordination skills withmultidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors and utilities.Ability to work under pressure while maintaining focus onOTD, OCD and OQD objectives.Autonomous, solution-oriented, and capable of managing complex technical issues.Rigorous, organized, and possessing strong written communication skills.Open to working inmulticultural environments, including French-speaking contexts.Interest in thedigitalization of engineering processes.Validdriver’s licence.Additional InformationLocation:Swakopmund and Trekkopje site, NamibiaDuration:Assignment potentially running until31 December 2027Starting date:asapBy clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy NoticeImprint