Automation Engineer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Hima Cement
Engineering
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
Vacancy Code: AEX01
Reporting Line: Instrumentation & Automation Manager
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintenance Operations:
• Develop logic diagrams, PLC programs, and design CCR graphic displays for new/revamped equipment.
• Ensure integration and commissioning of hardware/software modifications.
• Troubleshoot, rectify, record, and report control system equipment failures.
• Perform high-quality repairs and communicate findings.
• Maintain and calibrate plant instruments (e.g., weigh feeders, gas analyzers, dust monitors, CEMS, fire alarms, VFDs, sensors) per approved schedules.
• Integrate and commission new/revamped instruments, ensuring proper documentation.
• Request automation spare parts as needed.
• Ensure readiness to address emergencies or urgent breakdowns efficiently (N+1 programming).
• Plant Optimization Operations:
• Revise, test, and distribute General Function Specifications (GFSs) for new/revamped systems.
• Certify the development, review, and implementation of Systems Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Optimize control loops/diagrams and design new ones to enhance process/equipment reliability.
• Ensure consistent information flow between plant equipment and control systems.
• Collaborate with the IT department to install, configure, and operate plant IT tools and expert systems (e.g., QMC, High Level Control, TIS).
• Execute weekly work orders per preventive maintenance plans and plant optimization requests.
• Propose and implement initiatives for plant optimization, power consumption, cost reduction, and extending equipment electrical life.
• Management – Planning & Cost Control:
• Implement and test validated Design Change Requests (DCRs) with users, ensuring systematic storage for traceability.
• Update software listings, manage passwords, CCR documentation, and DCS alarm/fault lists.
• Identify and back up sensitive data as planned.
• Support the Electrical Team Leader in controlling the maintenance budget, ensuring effective planning and cost management to maintain a healthy plant control system.
• Standards:
• Perform duties in compliance with Hima Cement standards for plant control systems.
• Provide technical training to plant personnel for correct usage of automated systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, company goals, rules, local permits, policies, and procedures to optimize internal processes.
• OH&S and Environment:
• Foster a safety culture in all activities, ensuring zero harm.
• Comply with company Health, Safety, and Environment regulations.
• Maintain clean and tidy areas of jurisdiction.
• Attend Health, Safety, and Environment trainings organized by the plant.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ exposure in electrical and instrumentation maintenance/operations in a busy cement organization.
• Working experience with Siemens PCS 7 DCS, S7 PLC family (e.g., S7-300, S7-400), SIMATIC MANAGER, and OPC Servers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and programming skills (PLC programming, C, VB).
• Result-oriented, self-driven, with a high sense of quality and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment and instrumentation in automated plants.
• Understanding of cement manufacturing processes, control loops, expert system control strategies, and Hima Cement operation standards.
• Knowledge of cement and intermediate product characteristics/properties.
• Familiarity with material transport equipment and operating principles of cement plant equipment (e.g., crushers, vertical roller mills, ball mills, rotary kilns, bag filters, conditioning towers, packing machines, stackers, reclaimers).
• Experience applying Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) techniques and basic problem-solving tools.
• Profile & Personal Qualities:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Creativity.
• Time and conflict management skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates meeting the above criteria should send their CVs, including email address, present position, current remuneration, certificates/testimonials, and contact details of three (3) referees, to: careers@himacement.com
Attach application letter, CV, and certificates as a single document.
Use the Vacancy Code (IFX02) as the email subject.
Application Deadline: 19th June 2025
Key Notes:
Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive, and equal opportunity employer. No discrimination or fees are charged at any stage of recruitment.
Ensure your application letter, CV, and certificates are submitted as one document.
Indicate the Vacancy Code (IFX02) as the email subject.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Contact:
The Human Resource Manager – Hima Plant
Hima Cement Ltd, Plot 838 Namanve Industrial Park
P.O. Box 7230, Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Expired
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