Manager C&I Engineering

at  thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa Pty Ltd

Company
Established in South Africa in 1959, thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa is the local subsidiary of thyssenkrupp Uhde. Underpinned by a global footprint with local presence, we are a market-leading technology, engineering, construction and service partner for industrial plants and systems.
Combining over 100 years of global experience with over 60 years of local African know-how, thyssenkrupp Uhde Africa is a specialist provider of a range of advanced chemical technologies and integrated, environmentally friendly EPC (Engineering, Processing and Construction) solutions and services.
As an environmentally-responsible company, our vision is to create a livable planet through engineering green solutions.

EDUCATION

The candidate must be in possession of a BSc/BEng Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree and be registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Should have a minimum of 20 years` relevant design experience.
• Experience in Oil and Gas Environment is essential.
• Knowledge of and understanding of SABS / IEC / SANS standards.
• Knowledge of SANS 329 would be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of NEC would be an added advantage.
• Managerial skills are essential for this position.
• Project site experience including commissioning experience is advantageous.
• A strong skill set and experience in control systems is preferable.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proficiency with MS Office suite and the use of software programs related to C&I Engineering Design and the preparation of technical specifications is also required. This includes but is not limited to Smart-Plant Instrumentation

The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the job as summarised below, but not limited to:

• Technical Management of the Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineering Department ensuring all deliverables from the C&I dept are executed to the requisite quality and schedule as agreed and communicated to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the design and check/ approval of C&I engineering technical documents.
• Define and control the C&I Engineering gates ensuring all documents passing through are subject to the 4-eye principle.
• Document changes via the Design Change mechanism.
• Provide liaison between tk Uhde Project team/clients/contracts/authorities/licensor inter alia acting as a catalyst in anticipating and overcoming problems.
• Preparation of project standards, engineering and technical specification
• Report on project progress to HOD Engineering
• Provide input to HOD Engineering for manpower planning and technical assistance with recruitment of C&I engineers.
• The introduction and development of new ideas is an important aspect of the job to enhance design, services, policies and procedures.
• Execute cost effective estimates for professional services related to the C&I engineering department.