Electrical & Electronic Technician - Instrumentation

Company Details
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Description: The brain child of Prakash Patel, a talented pharmacist who migrated to Kenya in 1958. He quickly realised the fact that almost all medicine was being imported from abroad. Good medicine was expensive and out of the reach of the majority who were low and middle income earners. This led to the format… The brain child of Prakash Patel, a talented pharmacist who migrated to Kenya in 1958. He quickly realised the fact that almost all medicine was being imported from abroad. Good medicine was expensive and out of the reach of the majority who were low and middle income earners. This led to the formation of Cosmos and a dream to manufacture quality and affordable medicines locally. Not only was that dream realised but Cosmos has grown to become the most reputable pharmaceutical manufacturer in east and central Africa. View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Engineering
Job Description

Job Title: Electrical & Electronic Engineer (Instrumentation Specialist)

Job Summary

Cosmos Limited is seeking a qualified Electrical & Electronic Engineer with a specialization or proven experience in Instrumentation to join its dynamic engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation equipment.
  • Calibrate sensors, transmitters, control valves, and measuring instruments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Support PLC, SCADA, and industrial automation systems through programming, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and control systems.
  • Analyze equipment faults, identify root causes, and recommend effective improvements.
  • Ensure strict compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports, maintenance records, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on projects to meet operational goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Instrumentation option or equivalent).
  • Sound knowledge of industrial instrumentation, control systems, PLCs, and SCADA.
  • Experience with calibration and process control equipment is an advantage.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Proficiency in engineering software and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of relevant industrial experience (or internship experience for entry-level roles).
  • Professional registration or certification in electrical/instrumentation engineering is an added advantage.
  • Familiarity with industrial safety standards, maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements.
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