23 Oct
Arup
Johannesburg
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Action to transition away from fossil fuels and accelerate the transformation of the global energy system, are vital parts of the net zero future we all want to achieve. We are committed to imagining, designing, and realising green energy solutions to shape the future energy system. We take a whole-system perspective and develop solutions that represent every element of the energy system. From feasibility studies to infrastructure planning and core engineering system delivery, we work with clients to deliver integrated solutions that reduce project uncertainty.
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About this career opportunity
We have a Distribution and Transmission Design Engineer position in the Energy team in providing Structural design for powerlines and substations as a consultant. Design of substation equipment and line termination gantry structures & Cable Sealing Ends. Design powerlines with PLS-CADD and powerline towers with PLS-Tower.
The role will include Sag & tension calculations; - Catenary Support System design; - Line Profiling; - Gantry analysis; - Tower setting levels; - Environmental loads; - Insulator set design; - Overhead Line Wire Clearance; - Route plans; - Material Quantification - Short Circuit Analysis.
You will get involved with the Design of powerline structural foundations, including piled, pad, and rock-anchor foundations. You will carry out the Investigation and proposed remedial actions for damaged or corroded structures:
corroded structures (remaining life and remedial action): Substation structures; Power line structures (11kV to 400kV); Structural loading. Foundation design, including field testing. Stays and anchors. Cross-Arm design. You'll also lead and mentor graduate and experienced engineers.
This role will involve the preparation and checking of feasibility studies, outline and detailed design technical reports and other written documents. - The design and checking of detail allocation and construction design drawings and the Production of design concepts, drawings, specifications, and other technical documents.
You will take part in HAZID and Risks reviews as appropriate and provide a technical interface with 3rd parties.
You will apply for Technical Deviations where necessary (against National Standards) and provide support during construction phase delivery. You will host and attend utility meetings, Design Risk & Hazard review, Monthly and Health and Safety meetings.
This position will be based in the Johannesburg Office (flexible home working) and integrated within a wider Energy team based in South Africa.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
You will have -
· A BSc or BEng,
PR.Eng” Masters is advantageous.
· A Professionally Registered with recognizable experience
· Good Programme/project delivery experience
· An Understanding of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and South African National Standards (SANS) standards
· Proficiency in associated technical specifications from clients such as National Grid or others.