Senior Engineer, KBI 6 at The Kenya BioVax Institute

Job Purpose:

• The Senior Engineer will, under direction, perform all maintenance engineering functions in connection with the engineering design and operations support for the manufacturing facility, infrastructure, programs and process. The role will also provide technical supervision and administrative support on capital projects implementation.

Requirements:

• At least three (3) years’ relevant work experience at the grade of Engineer or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor Degree in any of the following fields: Mechanical, Mechatronic, Chemical & Processing, Electrical & Electronics, Biomedical Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or Kenya Engineering Technology Registration Board (KETRB);
• Member of Institution of Engineer of Kenya or Institution of Engineering Technologists and Technicians of Kenya; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Job Specification

Key Competencies and skills

• Working knowledge of engineering principles, engineering mathematics, engineering economics and specification and contract procedures;
• Strong analytical, conceptual, critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills;
• Knowledge in writing technical reports;
• Attention to detail; and
• Results-driven.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing standards, procedures, and guidelines for the engineering and technical work performed by the department;
• Solving problems on all engineering and maintenance matters;
• Maintaining technical manuals, inventories, catalogues and documentations for plant operation;
• Developing specifications for purchase for replenishment of engineering goods and services;
• Maintaining and repairing the Company’s facilities (Heating Ventilation Air Condition System, Waste Management System and Water Purification Plant), Equipment, special delivery vehicles and other auxiliaries’ equipment’s;
• Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedule and undertake calibration as required by WHO GMP guidelines and other requirements;
• Coordinating implementation of service contract with external contractors;
• Undertaking Installation, Operation and Performance Qualification (IQ, OQ & PQ), of Machines and equipment in compliance with WHO GMP guidelines;
• Undertaking periodic inspections of Machines and equipment;
• Ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act 2007 (OSHA) and Environmental management requirements;
• Developing the technical specifications for required machines and equipment;
• Performing continuous process improvement and provide technical advice on engineering projects, and emerging technologies;
• Promoting high standards of integrity and transparency in all operations and related management practices;
• Developing technical, and management reports as required
• Preparing, and implementing budgets, procurement plans, workplans;
• Resolving Customer Complaints in a timely and
• Fostering professionalism, integrity, discipline and teamwork.