Senior Electrical Engineer - Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda (Residential)
Contract: 12-Month Renewable
Rate: Day Rate

We are currently recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a major greenfield onshore oil & gas development in Uganda. This is a site-based rotational role (28 days on / 28 days off), supporting both project delivery and long-term operational readiness. The successful candidate will form part of the Maintenance team, reporting to the Electrical Lead Engineer, and will play a key role in preparing electrical systems for safe, efficient production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Phase

• Review EPC and maintenance documentation to ensure operational readiness
• Develop and validate maintenance strategies, plans, and procedures for electrical systems
• Prepare complex site maintenance procedures aligned with industry best practice
• Support operating spare parts selection, procurement, inspection, and storage
• Participate in FATs/SATs and support commissioning and start-up activities
• Develop digital tools to enhance maintenance management post start-up
• Prepare technical scopes of work for specialist maintenance contracts

Operational Phase

• Provide technical support and engineering guidance to site teams
• Ensure electrical equipment is maintained in optimal working condition
• Monitor equipment performance and implement condition-based maintenance strategies
• Identify obsolescence risks and propose upgrades where required
• Prepare vendor scopes of work and coordinate planned/unplanned maintenance activities
• Monitor contractor performance, budgets, and maintenance KPIs
• Contribute to maintenance planning and scheduling activities
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with applicable standards
• Mentor and provide continuous training to junior electrical engineers

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical systems within oil & gas, including at least 2 years in an operational plant environment
• Strong knowledge of international electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEC, ATEX, NORSOK, API, ASME, etc.)
• Experience with CMMS systems (SAP, Maximo or similar)
• Solid understanding of plant compliance, maintenance strategies, and equipment lifecycle management
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

If you are interested, please apply