Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer
Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer
Location: Mozambique
Industry: Mining and Mineral Processing
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
THE OPPORTUNITY
An established mining operation in Mozambique is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to take ownership of its electrical infrastructure, instrumentation, control systems and power generation.
The successful candidate will lead the electrical installation and commissioning of a new mineral processing plant before assuming responsibility for its ongoing operation, maintenance and reliability. This position requires a practical engineer who can work directly with electrical equipment, troubleshoot faults, supervise contractors and take independent technical decisions at a remote mining site.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Electrical Installation and Commissioning
Plan and coordinate the electrical installation of a new mineral processing plant.
Install, inspect, test and commission electrical infrastructure, including cable routes, cable trays, terminations and earthing systems.
Build, wire, inspect and commission Motor Control Centre (MCC) panels.
Work with variable speed drives (VSDs), soft starters, motors, switchgear and electrical protection systems.
Interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and equipment drawings.
Verify contractor installations against approved drawings and technical specifications.
Conduct and document insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance and motor rotation tests.
Coordinate installation activities, material requirements and commissioning schedules.
Identify installation defects, manage punch lists and ensure outstanding work is completed before handover.
Compile technical documentation, test records and as-built drawings.
2. Instrumentation and Control Systems
Install, test, calibrate and maintain industrial process instrumentation.
Troubleshoot PLC, HMI and SCADA systems.
Perform PLC input/output checks, parameter settings and fault diagnosis.
Maintain and calibrate level sensors, flowmeters, density measurement systems and motorised valves.
Maintain control system backups and document programme and parameter changes.
Support commissioning and verification of instrumentation and control systems.
3. Power Generation and Distribution
Install, operate and maintain industrial generator sets and associated power distribution systems.
Maintain automatic and manual generator changeover systems, including Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).
Manage low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution across plant and site facilities.
Monitor load distribution and conduct routine generator testing.
Establish generator servicing schedules and ensure maintenance is completed at the required intervals.
Maintain solar photovoltaic and battery storage systems.
Maintain earthing and lightning protection systems.
Develop critical electrical spares inventories and forecast material requirements.
4. Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
Take ownership of preventive and corrective maintenance across electrical, instrumentation and control systems.
Maintain MCCs, VSDs, soft starters, motors, switchgear, distribution boards and field instruments.
Diagnose electrical faults and perform practical troubleshooting to minimise plant downtime.
Develop preventive maintenance schedules and maintain accurate service records.
Investigate recurring electrical faults and implement corrective measures.
Manage electrical spares requirements and coordinate procurement with suppliers.
Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently.
5. Technical Supervision and Contractor Management
Supervise electricians, electrical assistants and external contractors.
Work alongside installation contractors during plant construction and commissioning.
Inspect cable routing, terminations, earthing, panel installation and electrical connections.
Ensure work complies with engineering drawings, technical specifications and applicable standards.
Coordinate electrical installation activities and monitor work quality.
Train plant operators and maintenance personnel in basic electrical safety and control system operation.
Report technical issues, maintenance requirements and project progress to management.
6. Electrical Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Enforce electrical isolation, lockout/tagout and permit-to-work procedures.
Ensure electrical installations comply with applicable safety standards and Mozambican regulations.
Maintain electrical installation licences, inspection records, test results and technical documentation.
Understand the requirements of Mozambique's Decreto 60/2021 relating to electrical installation licensing and responsibility.
Ensure applicable requirements for a termo de responsabilidade and the responsible engineer for relevant power installations are addressed.
Keep compliance documentation current and available for inspection.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Degree (Licenciatura) in Electrical Engineering (Electrotechnical) or Electromechanical Engineering.
Minimum five years of hands-on Electrical and Instrumentation experience in mining, mineral processing or heavy industry.
Proven experience in industrial electrical installation, commissioning and maintenance.
Demonstrable experience personally taking a greenfield plant or major electrical installation from initial construction through commissioning and operation.
Hands-on experience building, wiring, inspecting and commissioning MCC panels.
Strong knowledge of VSDs, soft starters, motors, switchgear and electrical protection systems.
Practical experience with LV/MV electrical distribution.
Experience with industrial generators, standby power supplies and changeover systems.
Working knowledge of PLC, HMI and instrumentation systems.
Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams and wiring drawings.
Experience with cable installation, terminations, earthing and electrical testing.
Ability to supervise electricians, assistants and contractors.
Knowledge of electrical safety, isolation procedures, lockout/tagout and permit-to-work systems.
Working knowledge of applicable Mozambican electrical regulations, particularly Decreto 60/2021.
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for electrical systems at a remote site.
Fluent spoken and written Portuguese.
Willingness to work on-site in Mozambique.
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Mozambican candidates: A relevant engineering degree, full membership of the Ordem dos Engenheiros de Moçambique (OrdEM) and a valid professional registration certificate (cédula profissional) are essential.
International candidates: An equivalent Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering qualification must be recognised by the competent Mozambican authorities, and the candidate must be eligible for the required OrdEM registration.
Candidates who do not meet the applicable qualification and professional registration requirements will not be considered suitable for submission.
ADVANTAGEOUS EXPERIENCE
Dense Media Separation (DMS), gravity separation or wet processing plant experience.
Commissioning new wash plants or mineral processing facilities.
Greenfield MCC installation and commissioning.
Installation and commissioning of large industrial generators.
Strong PLC, HMI and SCADA troubleshooting experience.
Solar photovoltaic and battery storage systems.
Supervising electrical contractors and verifying installations against engineering drawings.
Managing electrical systems at remote mining sites.
Valid driver's licence.
Fluent English in addition to Portuguese.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS
Permanent, full-time, site-based position in Mozambique.
Remote mining-site environment requiring independent decision-making and practical problem-solving.
On-site accommodation, meals and internet access provided.
Travel expense support available for qualifying non-local employees.
Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV detailing their relevant engineering qualifications, professional registration, hands-on E&I experience and greenfield installation and commissioning projects.
Applications should also specify:
Current location and willingness to work at a remote site in Mozambique.
Portuguese and English proficiency.
Current remuneration and salary expectations.
Availability and notice period.
Relevant experience with MCC panels, VSDs, generators, instrumentation and PLC/HMI systems.
Professional references from previous employers in the mining or industrial sector will be required during the selection process.
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