Electrical Engineer at Alaf Limited

Job overview

Position: Electrical Engineer
Organization: Alaf Limited
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment type: Full-time
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Language requirement: English

Job description

Alaf Limited is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Engineer to join its team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of electrical and automation systems within the plant.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems and related instrumentation equipment, including:
  • Temperature sensors
  • Limit switches
  • Proximity sensors
  • Flow switches
  • Flow monitors
  • Pressure switches
• Perform parameterization and maintenance of Frequency Drive Systems.
• Interpret electrical drawings to support effective troubleshooting of electrical control systems.
• Inspect and verify proper installation of electrical equipment, including testing of:
  • Continuity
  • Polarity
  • Insulation
  • Earthing systems
• Correct any abnormalities identified during inspection and testing.
• Lead and coordinate shift activities to ensure plant operations are maintained and plant capacity is fully utilized.
• Ensure smooth production operations and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct planned equipment inspections using checklists and report any abnormalities identified.
• Prepare monthly technical reports for all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities and equipment breakdowns.
• Prepare Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports for equipment breakdowns lasting more than one hour to determine the root cause.
• Ensure safety compliance by conducting daily toolbox meetings before commencing any job.
• Record all shift duties in the shift logbook and submit reports in a timely manner using Excel.
• Support maintenance management strategies related to:
  • Spare parts
  • Planned maintenance tasks
  • Planned outages
  • Plant reliability improvement
• Identify and manage inventory levels of critical spare parts.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Department to ensure the availability and durability of required parts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering.
• A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Graduate Engineer.
• Professional Engineer registration will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills in English.