Electrical Engineer

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronic Engineering from Makerere University, Kyambogo University, or a recognized equivalent institution is required at the senior level.
  

Professional / Technical Certifications (Required or Preferred):

• Registration with the Uganda Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer or Registered Engineer is strongly preferred and will be actively supported by the organization.
  
• Membership of the Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE) is an advantage.
  
• Uganda Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) awareness — understanding of the licensing framework for electrical contractors and installations in Uganda
  

Minimum Experience:

• At least 5–7 years of post-qualification hands-on experience as an electrical engineer or senior engineer in an industrial, manufacturing, agro-processing, or utilities environment.
  
• Demonstrated experience with LV power distribution systems, motor control, instrumentation, and electrical fault diagnosis in an industrial setting.
  
• Prior experience managing statutory electrical compliance in Uganda (ERA regulations, UEDCL interface, electrical installation certification).
  

Preventive Maintenance

• Design, implement, and manage the Preventive Maintenance Schedule (PMS) for all mill systems and equipment including: HV/LV switchgear, transformers, distribution boards, motor control centres (MCCs), capacitor banks, earthing systems, emergency generators, UPS systems, fixed electrical installations and all the feed mill production equipment.
  
• Carry out thermal imaging surveys on electrical distribution boards, connections, and switchgear panels to identify hot spots and deteriorating connections before failure.
  
• Test and verify earth leakage protection, RCDs, MCBs, overcurrent relays, and motor protection devices at prescribed intervals.
  
• Inspect, test, and maintain all emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and electrical safety systems.
  

Fault Diagnosis & Corrective Repairs

• Diagnose and repair complex faults across the mills systems.
  
• Use test instruments including: insulation resistance testers (Meggers), power quality analysts, earth resistance testers, thermal imaging cameras, oscilloscopes, and clamp-on power meters to characterize faults accurately.
  
• Carry out motor rewinding assessment, bearing replacement, and drive system fault diagnosis on three-phase electric motors and variable speed drives (VSDs/VFDs).
  

Statutory Compliance & Electrical Safety

• Ensure all mill installations comply with standard regulatory bodies e.g. ISO
  
• Maintain valid work Installation Certificates and Periodic Inspection Reports for all premises, ensuring inspections are commissioned at required intervals.
  
• Implement and enforce safe working procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) systems and permit-to-work for all works.
  

Engineering & Project Support

• Provide engineering design input for new installations, equipment upgrades, facility expansions, and capital maintenance projects.
  
• Review and approve drawings, schematics, and single-line diagrams produced by the Senior Draughtsman, ensuring technical accuracy and code compliance before issue.
  
• Prepare engineering specifications and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for procurement of engineering equipment.
  

Mentoring, Documentation & Reporting

• Provide technical mentorship and structured coaching to junior technicians and mechanics on electrical safety, diagnostic techniques, and maintenance best practices.
  
• Maintain an accurate maintenance register covering all mill assets: service history, test records, inspection dates, and compliance status.
  
• Prepare monthly maintenance reports for the Maintenance Manager, covering system performance, fault trends, compliance status, energy consumption, and KPI achievement.