Energy System Studies Engineer - South Africa
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities KSAs required:
- Undergraduate degree in engineering such as BTech, BSc or BEng
- Senior Studies Engineer must have a minimum of seven years of relevant experience
- Principal Studies Engineer must have a minimum of 15 years of relevant experience
- Ability to work within and guide and provide leadership to a system studies team
- Energy sector experience, preferably in a technical role with experience in project implementation required
- Ability to grow a system studies team where applicable
- Knowledge of Python programming language
- Commercial awareness and ability to develop business through existing and new workstreams
- High level of IT literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to return to first principles and academic literature to resolve complex technical problems
- Adaptable and able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Able to confidently build and maintain external and internal relationships
- Ability to produce clear and logical written communication
- A systematic logical approach to problem solving
- Pay strong attention to detail and demonstrate accurate work
- Flexible approach to work, and ability to prioritize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and client needs
- Highly motivated to learn on the job, interface with clients, suppliers, and contractors, as well as undertake training
- Willingness to travel internationally from time to time
- Able to communicate complex information and deliver verbal and written messages in English, effectively
- Strong research capabilities, using a variety of primary and secondary sources
- Must be able to manage several tasks simultaneously, and prioritize as necessary
- Self-starter, working effectively under tight deadlines
Valued but not required KSAs:
- Advanced degree in electrical or similar engineering field
- Knowledge of substation and line design
- Prior experience with donor-funded projects and their procurement policies and procedures
- International experience and global perspective – direct experience working in developing countries
- Prior experience working (as an employee or as a consultant) with donor agency/international organization
- Knowledge of French, Portuguese or Arabic is a plus
Physical demands and work enviornment:
- Office setting, with an estimated 20% regional and international travel
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 450 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—21,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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