Experienced Engineer at Kenya Power

Job Ref: HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/2049

• The successful candidates will report to the respective Senior Engineers in the various technical functions within the Company. The Engineers will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

ICT - SCADA & TELECOMMUNICATION FUNCTION

• Implement, maintain and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures and associated plans for Scada systems within the company business.
• Maintain and strengthen the Company’s Scada system to ensure maximum returns on investment.
• Proactively monitor safety operations during Scada maintenance and operation’s work.
• Ensure that control, integration, compatibility and seamless flow of data is achieved through the Scada interconnectivity in line with business requirements.

NETWORK MANAGEMENT -POWER SYSTEM POTECTION

• Ensure effective protection of transmission and distribution equipment in power system.
• Coordinate design, installation and commissioning of protection schemes and control.
• Advise on specifications for equipment and material used in power systems protection.
• Develop and review protection philosophies and schemes (lines, transformers, busbars, generators, feeders).
• Perform protection coordination studies.
• Configure and test protection relays (distance, differential, overcurrent, etc.).
• Verify and approve relay settings calculations.
• Conduct fault analysis and post-event investigations.
• Design and implement substation automation systems (SAS).
• Configure IEC 61850-based systems: GOOSE and MMS
• Develop control logic, interlocking schemes, and automation sequence

NETWORK MANAGEMENT - ELECTRICAL PLANT

• Timely execution of maintenance schedules for Electrical Plant equipment.
• Respond to power system failure involving electrical plant equipment and taking corrective action.
• Ensure planning and review of transmission network maintenance schedules is done in good time.
• Ensure implementation of effective and efficient maintenance activities on transmission network.

NETWORK MANAGEMENT - TRANSMISSION NETWORK

• Coordinate activities of transmission teams to ensure efficient resolution of transmission system breakdowns and integrated maintenance effort.
• Investigate operational and maintenance problems on transmission network and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Develop and reviewing of transmission network operations and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with standards and safety regulations governing transmission system maintenance work.
• Develop and evaluate plans and criteria for transmission network improvement and equipment upgrade matching with changing technological environment.

NETWORK MANAGEMENT - NATIONAL CONTROL CENTRE

• Carry out load management during emergencies to keep systems running in liaison with National Control Centre
• Report system disturbances and performance of the distribution system.
• Restore of the distribution Grid after system disturbances.
• Facilitate, coordinate switch and sanction the issuance of safety documents for distribution Grid maintenance.

POWER PURCHASE & PLANNING

• Preparing annual and long-term power and energy balances.
• Assist in planning for power generation in line with power system development objectives.
• Carrying out power generation studies and making recommendations for power utilisation.

Appointment Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a  recognized Institution.
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant work experience.
• Registered as Graduate Engineer with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Drive for results and achievement
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Creativity and Innovative thinking to develop effective solutions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and Negotiation Skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent record-keeping abilities