Electrical Engineer

Date: 11 Apr 2025

Country: Cote d'Ivoire

Function: MATS

Sub-Function: Plant Operations

Olam Agri ~ A differentiated, and market leading global agri-business focused on high-growth end consumption markets.
Our food, feed, fibre, agri-industrials & ag-services capabilities span 30+ countries, and we participate in global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations. With a global origination footprint and processing capabilities, we transform food, feed and fibre to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, to meet the changing consumption, food security and sustainability needs shaping the global food and agricultural landscape.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for providing hands-on electrical and instrumentation engineering support within our rubber processing environment, with a strong emphasis on automation systems and field instrumentation. This role requires a practical individual with a strong technical understanding of electrical and automation systems used in rubber processing, and proven experience in working on the ground to ensure efficient operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and automation installations, including PLCs, field instruments, RIO stations, and HMIs.

Key Deliverables

Electrical and Automation Maintenance & Repair: Perform routine and breakdown maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide range of electrical and automation equipment specific to rubber processing, including power distribution systems, control panels, motors, sensors, lighting systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), field instrumentation (transmitters, sensors, actuators), Remote I/O (RIO) stations, Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and other production-related electrical and automation installations.
On-Ground Support (Electrical & Automation): Provide direct, hands-on support to production teams to resolve electrical and automation issues, minimize downtime, and ensure smooth operations of both electrical power systems and process control systems.
Installation and Commissioning (Electrical & Automation): Assist in the installation and commissioning of new electrical equipment and automation systems, ensuring they meet specifications and operate safely and efficiently, including the configuration and testing of PLCs, field instruments, RIOs, and HMIs.
Preventive Maintenance (Electrical & Automation): Implement and execute preventive maintenance schedules for electrical and automation equipment to identify potential issues and prevent failures in both power and control systems.
Technical Troubleshooting (Electrical & Automation): Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation problems related to electrical systems and process control, including control system faults, power issues, instrumentation malfunctions, PLC program issues, communication problems with RIO stations, and HMI operational errors.
Safety Compliance (Electrical & Automation): Adhere to all electrical safety regulations and procedures while performing maintenance and repair activities on both power and control systems. Identify and report any potential safety hazards specific to rubber processing operations, including those related to automated equipment.
Documentation (Electrical & Automation): Maintain accurate records of electrical and automation maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance. Update electrical schematics, control system diagrams, loop drawings, and PLC program documentation as required.
Spare Parts Management (Electrical & Automation): Assist in the identification and management of critical electrical and automation spare parts inventory in partnership with the NCP team, including sensors, PLC modules, communication cards, and HMI components.
Continuous Improvement (Electrical & Automation): Identify opportunities for improving electrical and automation system reliability and efficiency through modifications or upgrades in the context of rubber processing, including optimizing control logic and improving instrumentation accuracy.

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
5-10 years of hands-on experience as an Electrical Engineer with significant exposure to industrial automation systems.
Strong practical knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, and maintenance procedures as well as industrial automation principles and components (PLCs, field instruments, communication protocols).
Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment effectively and diagnose issues within automation systems, including PLC hardware/software, field instrumentation, RIO communication, and HMI interfaces.
Familiarity with electrical safety standards and regulations and safety practices related to automated machinery.
Understanding of preventive maintenance techniques for electrical and automation systems.
Experience in troubleshooting and calibrating various types of field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level, etc.).
Familiarity with PLC programming and troubleshooting (knowledge of specific PLC brands is a plus).
Understanding of communication protocols used in industrial automation (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
Experience with Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems for monitoring and control.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good computer literacy for record-keeping, documentation, and basic PLC programming software

Olam is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.