Mechanical Engineer II needed at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• Utilise advanced levels of experience in Mechanical engineering to manage and / or execute the design, engineering, development, repair and/ or modification of mechanical equipment and plant.
• Knowledge on established engineering principles and standards to satisfy business requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Capture and document best practices
• Utilise mechanical engineering systems, tools and standards (own, local and international) in all maintenance repair and project activities
• Update mechanical engineering systems, tools, specifications and standards
• Utilise current mechanical engineering business processes, identify weaknesses and advise on corrective actions
• Develop fit for purpose technical solutions to restore pressure equipment integrity of aging plant
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, maintenance, projects and external technical community
• Perform detailed calculations to code requirements for new or service damaged equipment repairs, modifications and life extension studies
• Capture lessons learned in specifications, works instructions and procedures to ensure continuous improvement
• Support project execution strategies including design reviews, contracting and selection of suppliers
• Ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements
• Provide inputs during the execution of the deviation management process
• Identify deviations from legal and specification requirements and develop corrective actions/solutions
• Contribute to project success by adherence to cost, schedule and quality targets for project scope
• Ensure timely response to changes/technical queries • Ensure all requirements for project execution are met
• Ensure that designs comply with requirements governing repairs and new fabrications
• Compile and review material data sheets to ensure compliance to equipment service requirements
• Compile mechanical engineering related concessions
• Close registered MOC’s
• Proficient knowledge in defined fields of mechanical engineering
• Demonstrate empowered accountability
• Drive own performance and PDP
• Coach Engineer Is and EITs
• Provide inputs to budgets, forecasts and changes
• Develop and present technical training material for team
• Support departmental safety initiatives
• Oversee the management of external service providers
• Maintain good stakeholder relations
• Build good internal and external networks
• Operate successfully in a diverse (culture, roles, positions etc.) work environment
• Contribute to Community of practices (COPs)
• Develop and embed influencing, negotiation and emotional intelligence skills

Working Experience

• Experience: 5+ relevant years