Job Reference No: EIT-2024-0505
Position: Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
Company: ESP
Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town (Candidates to indicate preference)
About the Role
ESP is seeking recent graduates and young engineers for its Engineer-in-Training (EIT) program. This position offers an opportunity to work with internationally renowned experts on both local and global projects. As an EIT, you will gain hands-on experience in the following areas:
- Power system modeling, planning, and operational studies, including steady-state, contingency, fault-level, and dynamic studies.
- Grid impact and grid code compliance studies for connecting renewable and conventional power plants.
- Modelling and assessment of cutting-edge technologies like grid-forming inverters and hydrogen production systems.
- Automation to enhance power system analysis tools.
- Design and specification preparation for HV substations, transmission lines, and renewable power projects (solar PV and wind).
- Technical report writing, communication, and presentation skills development.
The dynamic and challenging work environment provides an excellent foundation for building a long-term career in power engineering. Upon successful completion of the 2-year EIT program, candidates may be offered a permanent position based on performance.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
- Essential: BSc Elec Eng or BTech Elec Eng with a specialization in heavy current or power systems.
- Advantageous: Postgraduate qualification, ECSA registration (PrEng or PrTech), and prior industry experience.
- Preferred: Python coding skills and familiarity with emerging AI tools.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, oral, and written communication skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV, identity document, tertiary qualifications, and any other relevant supporting information to:
Precious Sambo
Email: recruitment@espcg.com
By submitting your application, you consent to ESP using your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with ESP’s Privacy Policy, in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act of 2021.
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