GENERATOR ENGINEER

Job Title: Generator Engineer

Department: Technical / Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Purpose

Info-code consults is seeking to hire for our client a generator engineer to provide technical expertise in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of generators, ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient operation for customers.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Install, commission, test, and maintain generators and associated electrical and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot generator faults and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on generators according to manufacturer recommendations and company schedules.
• Inspect generator engines, alternators, control panels, batteries, cooling systems, fuel systems, exhaust systems, and other components.
• Conduct generator load testing and performance assessments to ensure equipment operates within required specifications.
• Prepare generators for installation by assessing site requirements, power demand, space, ventilation, cabling, fuel systems, and other technical requirements.
• Supervise generator installation and ensure proper connection to electrical distribution systems.
• Conduct routine servicing, repairs, overhauls, and replacement of defective components.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Provide technical advice to customers on generator selection, operation, maintenance, and energy requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, service reports, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Conduct site assessments and prepare technical recommendations for generator installations.
• Ensure all generator installations and repairs comply with applicable safety standards, manufacturer specifications, and company procedures.
• Respond promptly to customer breakdowns and technical service requests.
• Perform any other engineering or technical duties assigned by management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Generator installation and commissioning completion rate.
• Generator uptime and reliability.
• Response time to breakdowns and service requests.
• First-time fault resolution rate.
• Accuracy and timely submission of technical reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant professional registration or certification is an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience working with electrical systems, industrial machinery, or related equipment.
• Practical experience in generator installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, alternators, control panels, ATS systems, and electrical distribution systems is highly desirable.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Good knowledge of diesel generator systems.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical and diagnostic ability.

• Install, commission, test, and maintain generators and associated electrical and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot generator faults and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on generators according to manufacturer recommendations and company schedules.
• Inspect generator engines, alternators, control panels, batteries, cooling systems, fuel systems, exhaust systems, and other components.
• Conduct generator load testing and performance assessments to ensure equipment operates within required specifications.
• Prepare generators for installation by assessing site requirements, power demand, space, ventilation, cabling, fuel systems, and other technical requirements.
• Supervise generator installation and ensure proper connection to electrical distribution systems.
• Conduct routine servicing, repairs, overhauls, and replacement of defective components.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Provide technical advice to customers on generator selection, operation, maintenance, and energy requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, service reports, inspection reports, and maintenance records.
• Conduct site assessments and prepare technical recommendations for generator installations.
• Ensure all generator installations and repairs comply with applicable safety standards, manufacturer specifications, and company procedures.
• Respond promptly to customer breakdowns and technical service requests.
• Perform any other engineering or technical duties assigned by management.

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Good knowledge of diesel generator systems.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical and diagnostic ability.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant professional registration or certification is an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience working with electrical systems, industrial machinery, or related equipment.
• Practical experience in generator installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, alternators, control panels, ATS systems, and electrical distribution systems is highly desirable.