JOB TITLE: ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER

About This Job:

Q-Sourcing
Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm
operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya,
Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of
our client, we are looking for a competent
,
skilled, and experienced
Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer
to work in
Kisii, Kenya

Job Summary

The overall purpose of this job is to maintain,
troubleshoot, and improve electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems
across the factory, ensuring minimal downtime, maximum efficiency, and safe,
reliable operation of plant equipment. The role combines hands-on electrical
maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and calibration of process control
instrumentation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Electrical Responsibilities:

·
Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical
wiring, equipment, control panels, and fixtures based on
electrical codes and engineering drawings;

·
Maintain, test, and repair motors, drives (VFDs),
transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and electrical distribution systems;

·
Diagnose and repair faults in electrical power,
lighting, control, and communication systems;

·
Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of
electrical systems to ensure uninterrupted power supply and machinery
operation;

·
Carry out minor electrical modifications or
upgrades on machines to enhance safety, efficiency, or reduce energy
consumption;

·
Lead emergency response efforts for electrical
faults and power outages.

Instrumentation Responsibilities
:

·
Calibration, maintenance, and repair of plant
instrumentation such as sensors, transmitters, thermometers, pressure gauges,
and flow meters;

·
Configure and program instrumentation and control
systems, including
PLCs, SCADA, and HMIs
;

·
Verify equipment control parameters at control
points to ensure accurate performance and reliability;

·
Develop and implement calibration plans and
schedules for all critical plant instruments and control systems;

·
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and rectify faults in
control circuits, instrumentation loops, and automation systems;

·
Participate actively in commissioning, loop
checking, and start-up activities of new plant projects or machine
installations.

·
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, control
schematics, P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), and OEM manuals
accurately.

Other Responsibilities:

·
Collaborate with maintenance and production teams
for technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis of breakdowns;

·
Provide technical training and guidance to machine
operators and junior technicians on proper equipment handling;

·
Conduct risk assessments and implement energy
isolation (LOTO) procedures when working on plant systems;

·
Maintain complete and accurate maintenance logs,
calibration records, and reports for internal tracking and audits;

·
Identify and recommend improvements to plant
control systems, process optimization, and energy management initiatives;

·
Attend safety meetings, trainings, and continuous
professional development programs;
Maintain up to date records on operations and
activities; coordinate and prepare a variety of reports to the Manager; and

·
Any other responsibilities assigned to the jobholder
by the supervisor from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

·
Bachelor's
Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering,
Instrumentation and Control Engineering, or a related discipline.

·
Minimum of
5 years’ solid experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within
a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.

·
Strong
working knowledge of electrical systems, process control instrumentation, and
automation platforms.

·
Experience
with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, etc.) programming and
troubleshooting.

·
Knowledge
and hands-on experience with SCADA and HMI systems is an added advantage.

·
Knowledge
of applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry best
practices.

·
Advanced
skills in electrical system troubleshooting and repairs.

·
Strong
hands-on experience with process instrumentation calibration and maintenance.

·
Ability to
diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, VFDs, SCADA, and automated control
systems.

·
Good
understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and digital instrumentation.

·
Proficient
in using diagnostic tools such as multi meters, calibrators, loop testers,
oscilloscopes, etc.

·
Excellent
reading and interpretation skills for technical documents, control schematics,
and electrical drawings.

·
Ability to
plan and execute preventive maintenance programs independently.

·
Strong
problem-solving skills with a keen analytical mind.

·
High
attention to detail, safety, and compliance with regulations.

·
Ability to
communicate technical information clearly to non-technical teams.

·
Self-driven,
hands-on, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.

·
Good
teamwork and collaboration skills.

Interested
and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link
below.

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be
contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.

Requirements

Bachelor's
Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering,
Instrumentation and Control Engineering, or a related discipline.

·
Minimum of
5 years’ solid experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within
a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.

·
Strong
working knowledge of electrical systems, process control instrumentation, and
automation platforms.

·
Experience
with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, etc.) programming and
troubleshooting.

·
Knowledge
and hands-on experience with SCADA and HMI systems is an added advantage.

·
Knowledge
of applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry best
practices.

·
Advanced
skills in electrical system troubleshooting and repairs.

·
Strong
hands-on experience with process instrumentation calibration and maintenance.

·
Ability to
diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, VFDs, SCADA, and automated control
systems.

·
Good
understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and digital instrumentation.

·
Proficient
in using diagnostic tools such as multi meters, calibrators, loop testers,
oscilloscopes, etc.

·
Excellent
reading and interpretation skills for technical documents, control schematics,
and electrical drawings.

·
Ability to
plan and execute preventive maintenance programs independently.

·
Strong
problem-solving skills with a keen analytical mind.

·
High
attention to detail, safety, and compliance with regulations.

·
Ability to
communicate technical information clearly to non-technical teams.

·
Self-driven,
hands-on, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.

·
Good
teamwork and collaboration skills.