Senior Engineer - Mechanical (Fire), Data Centers, Centurion

Senior Engineer - Mechanical (Fire), Data Centers

Full-time

State/Province: Gauteng

Business Group: DCS

Legal Entity: AECOM SA

Business Line: Building Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Operating Group: Group Support

Primary Location: ZA - Pretoria, 263A West Avenue, Cen

AECOM is seeking a Senior Engineer - Mechanical (Fire), Data Centers to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Centurion. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams, offering a flexible hybrid work arrangement that accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.

Responsibilities

Conduct assignments in the mechanical engineering field.

Maintain a very good understanding of building codes and standards.

Integrate and coordinate designs with other built environment disciplines.

Understand the statutory processes associated with the built environment and construction industry.

Plan, organise and manage moderately complex projects.

Make recommendations on alternate solutions to engineering problems.

Prepare and present technical plans and reports.

Institute changes in methods, designs or equipment.

May be project leader on medium sized projects.

Collect and analyse information from discipline and interdisciplinary project BIM models.

Fully develop the design content by applying both design and technical knowledge to ensure the production of high‑quality outputs by following project timelines.

Participate in the interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables, including BIM spatial reviews (virtual walkthroughs and clash detection).

Work on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations, specifications, sketches, diagrams, specific discipline BIM models, drawings, reports, and tender documents.

Identify discrepancies in results and propose an approach to solve new problems encountered.

Perform work under the agreed‑upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision.

Maintain and develop the highest level of technical skills and abilities, ensuring the quality of model production by BIM/CAD teams for accuracy to design instructions.

Coordinate with authorities for scheme approvals.

Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain client relationships.

Attend client meetings as technical support to gather information and discuss project requirements, explain/ defend work, etc.

Participate in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—displaying the ability to present solutions to clients in a professional and technically competent manner.

Qualifications

BSc Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.

8+ years of experience after obtaining qualification specifically in the built environment.

Registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.

Experience in all three of the main mechanical engineering disciplines (HVAC, Wet Services&Fire) will be advantageous.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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