Automation Technician
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Hariss International Limited
Hariss International Limited is hiring an Automation Technician responsible for the beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment and requires strong Automation, Electrical and Instrumentation skills to include: PLCs, VFDs, servo motors & controllers, Electrical circuit diagnostics, Instrumentation, Networking and Computer hardware.
Division / Department: Maintenance
Reports to: Automation Specialist
Category: Engineering
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 10 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure including participation in failure analysis, problem solving and prevention.
• Work with production team to make rapid, educated decisions regarding the issue at hand and troubleshoot systems, resolve issues by providing investigation, analysis, test, and follow-up where appropriate.
• Preventative maintenance and repair when required in addition to planned Automation maintenance duties.
• Participate in a continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices.
• Develop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Perform other duties as per business plan and required by supervisor/manager.
• Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
• Diploma, in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Must be able to comprehend electrical schematics and understand symbols on P&ID’s and tag references layout drawing.
• Must be able to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480VAC.
• Should be able to replace and configure AB PowerFlex ,Danfoss a VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
• Should be able to diagnose the BUS fault (Profibus,Profinet,Ethercat)
• Ability to learn new technical things
• Must have knowledge of Simens, B&R, PLCs, servomotors.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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