Electrical Engineer

Job Purpose

• The job is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical control systems, airfield ground lighting systems, electrical building services, power back-up systems critical to the safe and efficient operation and ensuring compliance with aviation safety and operational standards.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing concept and detailed engineering designs, preparation of design specifications, cost estimates and tender documents for electrical engineering projects;
• Participating in project management and supervision activities of capital projects;
• Drafting design specifications and tender documents;
• Establishing project risk registers and a monitoring and evaluation framework for projects;
• Supporting project managers in preparation of electrical engineering facility’s status reports and action programs to sustain / upgrade service standards;
• Overseeing the implementation of electrical engineering assets maintenance programs within all airports and airstrips;
• Participating in project planning, origination, prioritizing and budgeting for electrical engineering projects; and
• Liaising with Legal department in preparation and execution of contracts.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized institution of higher learning
• Master’s degree is desirable
• A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
• Professional registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualifications in airport engineering/ planning is an added advantage
• Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or related professional body
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
• Proficiency in Computer application

Skills and Competencies

• Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.