Automation, Instrumentation & Control Engineer at Dangote

Job Summary

• Join the Dangote Cement Plc, one of Nigeria’s most diversified manufacturing conglomerates, as an Automation, Instrumentation & Control Engineer.
• We invite passionate and skilled engineers to contribute to our vision. In this role, you will be at the forefront of automation and control systems, ensuring our operations are not only efficient but also aligned with best practices in safety and sustainability.
• If you are a dedicated engineer ready to take on challenges in a dynamic environment and advance your career while being part of a company that prioritizes innovation and growth, we want to hear from you.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation systems for cement manufacturing processes.
• Conduct system troubleshooting and maintenance on instrumentation and control equipment.
• Ensure all control systems are compliant with company and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and reliability.
• Monitor and analyze control system performance to recommend improvements and upgrades.
• Perform risk assessments and implement safety measures within automation systems.
• Generate and maintain documentation for systems and processes as per regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation, instrumentation, and control systems within the manufacturing industry.
• Proficient in PLC programming and SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of process control principles and instrumentation.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing industrial automation equipment.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations pertaining to automation systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development.

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Job Summary 

• Responsible for devising, selecting, setting up, and operating electronic instrumentation and related electromechanical or electrohydraulic apparatus used for operational and environmental testing of mechanical, structural, or electrical equipment, and translates test data for engineering personnel by performing the following duties. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities 
To assist Section Head, Instrumentation

• Select, install, calibrate and check sensing, telemetering, and recording instrumentation and 
  circuitry in Gas turbine based power plant.
• Develop specifications for nonstandard apparatus according to engineering data, characteristics of equipment under test, and capabilities of procurable test apparatus.
• Sketch and build or modify jigs, fixtures, and instruments and related apparatus, and verifies 
  dimensional and functional acceptability of devices fabricated by craft or technical personnel.
• Preventive and corrective maintenance of Instrumentation and Control System of Gas Turbine based power plant and peripheral equipment.
• Ensure timely procurement actions for maintenance spares required.
• Ensure personnel safety & health and ensure good housekeeping during all maintenance jobs.
• To devise appropriate PM schedules for all critical equipment as per OEM recommendations and ensure proper implementation.
• Ensure discipline, skill enhancement and motivation of subordinates.
• Install or direct technical personnel in installation of unit in test chamber or other test facility.
• To ensure proper operation of test apparatus during test cycle to produce, regulate, and record effects of actual or simulated conditions such as vibration, stress, temperature, humidity, pressure, altitude, and acceleration.
• Analyze, convert test data to usable form, and prepares graphs and written reports to translate test results.
• Use computerized equipment and software to perform testing functions and produce graphs.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Section Head, Instrumentation from time to 
  time. 

Requirements. 

• A Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering with Power option, or its equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 15 experience in Gas Turbine based power plants Instrumentation maintenance.
• Well conversant with Instrumentation philosophies, Instrumentation Standards, Engineering 
  Standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of various kinds of Instrumentation and design philosophy of complete package,
• Knowledge of different DCS systems & Control Logics,
• Good knowledge of power plant processes, Knowledge of Governor control, Turbine control 
  systems, Fire and Gas Detection system, communication systems and Integration of different 
  control systems.
• Preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance.
• Well conversant with safety requirements for execution of jobs, permit system.
• Very good analytical and problem solving skills
• Very good oral and written communication skill.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity tools like Microsoft Office, SAP etc.