Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Engineer
Vacancy Code: AEX01
Reporting line: Instrumentation & Automation Manager
Duration: Contract- Full Time
Duty Station: Kasese

Job Summary;
Ensure proper working of Plant automation hardware and software systems for optimum
performance of the Plant, in compliance with the OH&S regulations.

Roles and responsibilities

Maintenance Operations

• Write the Logic diagrams, PLC programs and design CCR graphic displays for
  new/revamped equipment.
• Ensure integration of hardware/software modifications and their commissioning.
• Rectify, record and report any control system equipment failure.
• Carry out robust troubleshooting of equipment failures in the Plant
• Perform high quality repair work and communicate findings.
• Ensure all Plant instruments (Weigh feeders, gas analysers, opacimeters, dust monitors,
  CEMS, fire alarm systems, shell scanners, kiln cameras, VFDs, sensors etc) are maintained
  and calibrated routinely according to approved schedules.
• Integrate new and revamped instruments into the existing structure, document and
  commission them.
• Request for purchase of the required Automation spare parts as need arises.
• Ensure timely readiness to efficiently tackle emergencies or urgent breakdowns as
  programmed with N+1.

Plant Optimization Operations

• Ensure revision, testing, and distribution of General Function Specifications (GFSs) for new
  and revamped systems.
• Certify the development, review and implementation of Systems Standard Operating
  procedures (SOPs).
• Challenge and improve existing control loops and diagrams, design new ones in line with
  process/equipment reliability optimization and user requirements.
• Certify consistency in information flow between the plant equipment and the control
  systems.
• Work with the IT department to ensure proper installation, configuration and operation of
  plant IT, Tools and expert systems. These consist of QMC, High Level Control, and TIS.
• Execute weekly work orders according to equipment preventive maintenance plans and
  Plant optimization requests as assigned.
• Propose and implement Plant optimization, power consumption and cost reduction
  initiatives and in extension of electrical life of the plant equipment.

Management – Planning & Cost control

• Ensure implementation and testing of validated Design Change Requests (DCRs) in
  collaboration with the users and systematic storage of changes for traceability.
• Update software listing, management of passwords, CCR documentation, DCS list of
  alarms and faults.
• Identify sensitive data and perform planned backups.
• Support the Electrical team leader in the control of the maintenance budget, ensuring
  planning and follow-up on key tasks & costs through executing effective solutions to achieve
  budget and to meet or exceed targets while maintaining the Plant control system in healthy
  running state
  Standards
• Perform all duties in compliance with Hima Cement standards for Plant control systems.
• Take part in the technical training of plant personnel to ensure correct usage of the plant
  automated systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, company goals, rules, local permits, policies and
  procedures; optimize the internal processes and structures
  OH&S and Environment
• Incorporate and ensure individual and team safety culture in all activities.
• Compliance with company Health, Safety and Environment regulations to ensure zero
  harm.
• Keep all areas of jurisdiction clean and tidy.
• Attend Health, Safety and Environment trainings organized by the Plant.

Required Qualifications, skills and attributes

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering /electronic engineering with minimum
  exposure of 5 years in electrical and instrumentation maintenance /operations in a busy
  cement organization.
• Should have working experience with Siemens PCS 7 DCS, S7 PLC family like S7-300,
  S7-400, SIMATIC MANAGER, OPC Servers.
• Good Knowledge in Microsoft Office, Programming skills (PLC programming, plus
  languages such as C, VB)
• Should be result oriented, self-driven with a high sense of quality and ability to meet tight
  deadlines.
• Understand cement manufacturing process
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment and necessary instrumentation in an
  automated plant.
• Understand control loops and the control strategy of expert systems and parameterize
  them as per Hima Cement operation standards.
• Understand characteristics & properties of cement and intermediate products.
• Knowledge of material transport equipment
• Knowledge of operating principles of Cement Plant equipment; Crushers, Vertical roller
  mill, Ball mills, Rotary Kiln, Bag Filters, Conditioning towers & Packing machines,
  Stackers, Reclaimer.
• Experience applying FMEA techniques and knowledge of basic problem-solving tools

Profile & Personal Qualities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication (verbal and written).
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Creativity
• Time management and Conflict management
  How to apply;
  Hima Cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.
  Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above
  position, should send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any), present
  position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus
  telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 19th June, 2025. (Email your application and CV to careers@himacement.com and let’s save the environment).

Key Notes:

1. Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We
   do not discriminate and do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment.
2. Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one
   document
3. Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
4. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
5. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Human Resource Manager – Hima Plant
Hima Cement Ltd, Plot 838 Namanve Industrial Park
P.O Box 7230 Kampala

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