A senior technical leader responsible for the strategic design, integration, and performance of utility systems (power, compressed air, water) across industrial, logistics, and agro-processing parks.
This role bridges automation, mechatronics, and infrastructure engineering to ensure operational excellence and scalability.
Direct multi-disciplinary engineering teams through design, construction, and commissioning of utility systems supporting industrial operations.
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Strategic Leadership:
Define and lead engineering strategy for utility systems and automation across all industrial parks
Develop 5-year utility infrastructure roadmaps aligned with business expansion plans
Drive innovation in automation, energy efficiency, and technology adoption across utility systems
Present capital investment proposals and ROI analyses to executive leadership
Conduct feasibility studies for new facilities: site evaluation, utility availability, capital requirements
Technical Oversight:
Design electrical distribution systems: MV/LV switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, backup power, arc flash studies
Engineer compressed air systems: compressor sizing, distribution networks, quality standards (ISO 8573), leak detection.
Develop industrial water systems: process water, cooling towers, steam generation/distribution, condensate recovery, wastewater pre-treatment
Integrate mechatronic systems: PLC/SCADA platforms, automated controls, energy management systems
Approve technical specifications, drawings, and vendor solutions for utility infrastructure
Project & Portfolio Management:
Manage utility infrastructure projects >$2M through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning
Lead multi-disciplinary teams (10-25 engineers/technicians) across mechanical, electrical, and automation disciplines
Collaborate with PMs to align utility engineering with project timelines and budgets
Review and approve engineering deliverables for EPC contracts
Manage risk, compliance, and performance metrics across utility systems
Stakeholder Engagement
Interface with OEMs, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment and quality
Negotiate utility service agreements and manage vendor relationships
Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and production teams for system optimization
Provide executive-level reporting on utility system performance and strategic initiatives
Establish engineering standards and design guidelines for consistent multi-site implementation.
Key Performance Indicators
Project Delivery Timeliness: Percentage of projects completed on schedule.
Budget Adherence: Projects delivered within approved financial limits.
Quality of Deliverables: Conformance to agreed standards and client expectations.
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
Risk Management Effectiveness: Reduction of project delays and cost overruns due to risks.
Team Productivity: Efficient coordination and performance of project teams.
Qualifications and Experience
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree/HND in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Master’s degree is an added advantage
Professional Requirements:
Professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM, or equivalent) is an advantage.
Experience Requirements:
10+ years industrial utility systems engineering
5+ years leading engineering teams and major capital projects.
Knowledge Requirements:
Power Systems: Load flow analysis, arc flash studies, protective coordination, power quality, generator sizing, emergency power systems
Process Utilities: Compressed air quality and efficiency, steam system design and optimization, industrial water
treatment, cooling tower design
Mechatronics: PLC programming and system architecture, HMI/SCADA development, VFD applications, sensor integration, predictive maintenance systems
Proven track record commisioning utility systems for facilities
Direct experience with PLC/SCADA implementation and mechatronic system integration
Multi-site project management experience
Preferred: International projects in emerging markets
Personal Abilities:
Ability to work with little or no supervision.
Confidentiality and integrity
Attention to details
Emotional intelligence
Conflict Resolution
Time management
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