Platform Engineering Lead, Johannesburg

Job Description

About Sebenzana:

At Sebenzana, we combine engineering expertise, data, and technology to improve the performance, reliability, and sustainability of critical energy assets. As we continue to scale our platform-enabled services across South Africa and internationally, we are looking for a technically strong engineering professional to join our growing Platform Support team.

If you are an engineer who has gained valuable experience on power generation sites and you are excited by the opportunity to apply that knowledge within a technology-driven environment, this is the role for you.

 

About the Role:

The Platform Engineering Lead serves as the technical backbone of our Platform Support team. In this role, you will combine your practical engineering experience with deep technical expertise in our APP Platform to ensure high-quality client implementations and foster technical excellence within the team.

Working closely with our Analytics and Risk Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), you will play a critical role in translating operational asset knowledge into meaningful platform outcomes for our clients.

Please Note: This is a hands-on, high-impact technical role focused on problem-solving, implementation excellence, and quality assurance rather than people management.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical platform configuration during client onboarding and implementation phases.
  
• Configure and validate SCADA data ingestion, asset structures, component hierarchies, inspection data, analytics outputs, and risk models.
  
• Identify and resolve configuration and data quality issues prior to client deployment.
  
• Act as the core technical counterpart to client engineers during implementation projects.
  
• Support client training and drive the adoption of platform outputs and recommendations.
  
• Escalate software defects to the development team via our ticketing system and assist in troubleshooting root causes.
  

Technical Quality Assurance

• Review and quality-assure work completed by Platform Support Technicians.
  
• Ensure configuration inputs, data capture processes, and platform outputs meet rigorous company standards.
  
• Develop, maintain, and optimize technical review processes and implementation standards.
  
• Identify technical capability gaps and recommend improvements to training, documentation, and processes.
  

Engineering Expertise

• Apply practical knowledge of power generation assets, reliability, maintenance, inspections, and asset performance management.
  
• Interpret operational data and ensure its accurate representation within the platform environment.
  
• Provide continuous implementation feedback to Analytics and Risk SMEs to improve platform outputs and maximize client value.
  

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and maintain implementation standards, technical guides, and configuration documentation.
  
• Document client-specific configurations and decisions to support business continuity and knowledge sharing.
  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of support processes, platform adoption, and technical delivery.
  

Essential Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronic, Reliability, or a related Engineering discipline.
  
• Experience: Approximately 5 years of engineering experience within power generation, industrial, renewable energy, or related asset-intensive environments.
  
• Site Experience: Practical, site-based experience working with operational assets, maintenance, inspections, reliability, or performance improvement initiatives.
  
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail and a commitment to technical accuracy.
  
• Tech Savviness: Ability to quickly learn, master, and navigate complex software platforms and technical systems.
  
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage and consult with technical client stakeholders.
  
• Logistics: Valid driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle.
  

Advantageous Skills 

• Experience with SCADA systems, industrial control systems, or operational technology (OT) environments.
  
• Exposure to asset integrity, reliability engineering, risk management, or condition monitoring.
  
• Experience supporting software products, digital platforms, or managed services.
  
• Exposure to renewable energy assets, power stations, or utility-scale infrastructure.
  

Benefits

Why Join Sebenzana?

• The Intersection of Innovation: Work where engineering, technology, and data analytics collide.
  
• Global Growth: Be part of a growing international business transforming asset performance management.
  
• Top-Tier Exposure: Gain hands-on experience working with leading energy and industrial clients.
  
• Expert Collaboration: Work alongside industry experts in analytics, reliability, risk, and platform technology.
  
• Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on learning and continuous improvement.
  
• Career Trajectory: Opportunity to grow into future technical leadership and operational management roles as the business scales.
  

Requirements
Requirements: BEng or BSc Degree or equivalent in electrical / mechanical engineering Professionally registered engineer certification will be advantageous. >= 15 years of rotating equipment industry experience with a track record in solving complex problems on various types of rotating equipment sets such as steam turbines, gas turbines, pumps, compressors & reciprocating engines. Proven track record in effective problem-solving capability within the various industries through project references Extensive experience in rotor dynamics and vibrations. Experienced in rotating equipment design and engineering analysis (CAD, FEA etc.) Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis, planning and reporting. MS Office / Project / Google Skills & Knowledge: Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Administrative — Knowledge of administrative and drawing office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology. Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.