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Technologist

Proconics Gauteng 3 months ago
Full-time
Engineering

Purpose of the position

The successful candidate will Join our dynamic team as a Control & Instrumentation Technologist, where you will play a pivotal role in leveraging your technical expertise to innovate and design cutting-edge solutions for our clients.

In this position, you will oversee and manage engineering design operations and construction activities, ensuring that all projects align with safety standards while achieving our clients' desired goals.

You will be at the forefront of addressing complex challenges by applying both established and groundbreaking technologies to develop effective solutions. Take the lead in executing engineering projects and guarantee the seamless operation of systems and processes, driving progress and excellence in every endeavor.

Qualifications/experience:

BTech degree in Engineering or equivalent

Professional certification - Pr Tech Eng or Eligible to register.

Specialised certifications in control systems and networks will be advantageous

3-5 years in a similar role

Is eligible to register as a Technologist with ECSA

Required outputs and responsibilities

Project Delivery: Implementation

Managing engineering projects from conception to completion

Work in single- and multi-disciplinary project teams for deliverables on Greenfields and Brownfields projects

Participate in design reviews, studies, and meetings

Develop fit-for-purpose solutions

Provide technical input for basic and detailed design

Ensuring cost and schedule control

Staying up to date in their respective fields Mentor and develop team members, ensuring skills are aligned with industry standards and project requirements.

Customer Orientation

Active participation and earning respect through actions

Building strong working relationships with customers

Adherence to quality and safety standards

Adherence to disciplined, safe, effective, and productive work practices

Achieving quality, health, safety, and environmental targets

Technical gatekeepers

Maintain a zero-harm culture through safe engineering solutions

Support & Interaction with Stakeholders

Coordinating with team members and stakeholders

Maintaining a positive relationship with managers (team and project)

Participating in company strategy development

Vendors/Service Providers relationship building and interaction

Knowledge and Skills Required:

Knowledge and experience of C&I design engineering.

Basic knowledge of SCADA development.

Knowledge of PLC & DCS systems (Siemens, ABB, etc)

Knowledge of field instrumentation

Knowledge of Industrial networks (ethernet, Modbus, etc)

Personal attributes and Behavioural Competencies:

Proactive

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team player with team leadership capabilities

Independent problem solver with the ability to look at problems from varied perspectives

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a matrix environment with multiple managers

Good business acumen

Strong customer and retail orientation

Ability to make convincing arguments and influence customer decision making

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Emotional Resilience: Capable of working in high-pressure situations

Requirements added by the job poster

3+ years of experience in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree

Closing date: 22 May 202