Senior Engineer Prof Engineering (Mechanical)

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Senior Engineer Prof Engineering (Mechanical)

Listing reference: eskom_006843 Listing status: Online Apply by: 17 September 2026 Position summary Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply Job category: Mechanical Engineering Location: Durbanville Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: No Introduction Position: Senior Engineer Prof Engineering (Mechanical) Position/Task Grade: P16 Area of specialization: To provide a specialist engineering service to Peaking Power Stations. Department: Peaking Generators Engineering Business Unit: Peaking Generation Location: Peaking Western Cape Job description

· Skills and Competencies Required:

o Leadership

• Entrepreneurial mind-set

• Ability to build effective relationship

• Coaching and mentoring

o Behavioral

• Strong drive to learn

• Results and delivery focused

• Integrity

• Professionalism

• Safety consciousness

o Knowledge

• Related technologies

• Design codes and standards

• Engineering theory

• Relevant processes, procedures, policies, guidelines and legislation

• Engineering design

o Skill

• Technical problem solving

• Analytical

• Cost analysis/economic evaluation

• Communication

• Presentation

• Technical report writing

· Key Responsibilities

• Resolve complex mechanical engineering problems affecting generator and associated plant performance.

• Develop and integrate lifecycle plans for generator mechanical systems and components.

• Provide specialist engineering advice and technical support to Peaking Power Stations.

• Manage engineering projects, plant modifications and technical investigations.

• Perform technical and financial evaluations and recommend fit-for-purpose solutions.

• Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications and technical requirements.

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Minimum requirements

· Minimum Requirements

o Qualification(s):

• BSc/B Eng in Mechanical Engineering at NQF8 with 480 credits.

o Related Minimum Experience:

• 4 years’ related experience in technical experience and engineering related technologies

o Professional Registration:

• ECSA Professional Engineer

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