About the job

Automation Engineer job description - Electrical & Automation Maintenance || Krones/SIDEL  for Kampala, Uganda, Africa

We are looking for an experienced Electrical & Automation Engineer to join our team! As an Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and testing automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks. We are into manufacturing CSD, water and alcoholic beverages. Experience in Sidel & Krones filling lines are preferred.

Automation Engineer duties and responsibilities

• Exploring and implementing new ways to automate systems
• Designing and testing automation equipment and processes
• Programming new automated components
• Identifying quality issues and writing reports
• Eliminating defects and errors with product and software development
• Collaborating with other business units

Automation Engineer requirements and qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or similar field
• Proficiency in maintaining automation equipment
• Experience with robotics, AI and machine learning
• Experience with project management
• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and perform complex system tests
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Creative thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to communicate well with other members of the development team
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Ability to keep up with the latest technologies
• A desire to continually upgrade technical knowledge

CV's can be shared at KIRI BOTTLING COMPANY LIMITED Email id: careers@kiribottling.com