Junior Automation Engineer

Altek Solutions is a Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Company that uses the latest technologies to provide leading edge solutions in the energy space and is at the forefront of digitalization in Africa.

We are a dynamic and innovative team that strives for excellence and achieving optimal results. Our team places customer satisfaction at the forefront of everything we do. We are looking for an enthusiastic, think out the box, junior automation engineer to join our team, someone with an interest in power system studies & designs, automation & energy management, electrical consulting, EPC and O&M projects, specialised testing & maintenance as well as grid code compliance.

1. Familiarize yourself with the company’s products and services
2. Understand client requirements and how they translate into our service offering
3. Travelling to site as and when required
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project
5. Basics in Power System Modelling using ETAP/ DigSilent
6. Basics in AutoCAD
7. Use of Testing Equipment
8. Basics on Panel Wiring
9. RTU Configuration
10. Use of various software tools for design and analysis
11. Technical report development and writing
12. Development of manuals and procedure documents.
13. On-site inspections, installation, commissioning and testing.
14. Performing factory acceptance testing.
15. Performing electrical audits.
16. General administration and filing.
17. Ability to present on various topics (Public speaking)
18. Attending meetings and representing the company.
19. Reporting to Team leader/ Manager.
20. Assisting team members as and when needed.
21. The company may also call upon you to perform other legal tasks outside of your contract.

Qualification Requirements: Electrical Engineering: National Diploma / BTech Electrical

Advantages: 

• Experience with ABB, Siemens, Aveva and Schneider SCADA system
• Familiarity of IEC 61850, IEC 104, DNP3 protocol
• Experience with ETAP, DigSilent and AutoCAD

Other Requirements: Valid driver’s licence with the ability and willingness to drive as required by the role.

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