Principal Engineer, Engineering at The Kenya BioVax Institute

Job Purpose:

Coordinate and manage maintenance of Electrical, Mechanical and refrigeration systems and machines of the Institute.

Requirements:

• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at supervisory level in the public or private sector; 
• Bachelor Degree in any of the following fields: Mechanical, Mechatronic, Chemical & Processing, Electrical & Electronics, Biomedical Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following field: Engineering, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Management course lasting less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
•  Professional membership to the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK); 
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and 
• Proficiency in computer applications; 
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Job Specification

Key competencies and skill 

• Analytical skills; 
• Good communication skills; 
• Strategic and innovative thinking; 
• Interpersonal skills; 
• Management skills; 
• Problem solving skill; 
• Team building; 
• Adaptability; 
• Accountability; 
• Integrity and professionalism; and 
• Results-driven. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the planning and execution of HPT and biomedical processing schedules; 
• Coordinate plant, equipment, and machinery optimization programs; 
• Initiate and undertake process improvement projects; 
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act 2007 (OSHA) and Environmental management requirements; 
• Collaborate with Production, Marketing, and Quality Assurance in the bioproduction and packaging operations to ensure timely delivery of quality products; Develop stock management programs; 
• Facilitate preparation and submission of periodic reports; 
• Undertake formulation of Bill of Quantities, terms of reference, machines specification and verification of the quality of supplies;
• Plan and supervise plant/machinery maintenance and ensure obsolete equipment and machines are identified and recommended for disposal; 
• Contact equipment manufacturers and vendors for information for service provision; 
• Ensure weighing scale/bridges and equipment calibration; 
• Coordinating projects/repairs with contractors and other in-house support team; 
• Monitor stocking levels of spares and consumables; 
• Advise on key issues that impact processing and engineering; 
• Coordinate implementation of new technologies; and 
• Participate in departmental budget preparation.

  Terms of Service

 The successful applicant will be appointed on permanent and pensionable terms.