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Position Summary

The ECS (Electrical Control Systems) Engineer is responsible for implementing and commissioning Schneider Electric’s electrical control systems within substations and facilities on the EACOP project. This includes deploying PLC logic, control panels, interlocking sequences, and system-level automation features related to protection, operation, and monitoring of HV/MV infrastructure. The role ensures full functionality, reliability, and compliance of control systems with project requirements and Schneider Electric standards.

Key Responsibilities

➢ Install and commission electrical control systems (ECS) across substations, RTUs, and remote panels.

➢ Implement and test control logic for feeder interlocks, transformer switching, and protection coordination.

➢ Interface ECS with SCADA and automation systems using industry-standard protocols (e.g., Modbus, IEC 61850).

➢ Validate panel wiring, terminal connections, interposing relays, and command feedback circuits.

➢ Conduct functional testing of ECS panels and associated I/O.

➢ Coordinate with protection, SCADA, and commissioning teams for end-to-end validation.

➢ Ensure ECS implementation aligns with SLDs, logic diagrams, and control philosophies.

➢ Maintain redline drawings and prepare as-built control wiring schematics and documentation.

➢ Troubleshoot ECS issues during commissioning and energization.

➢ Comply with Schneider Electric quality, safety, and documentation standards

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Control, or Automation Engineering.

Years of Experience

4–6 years of experience in control system integration and commissioning.

Industry Exposure

➢ Experience in utility, oil & gas, or industrial EPC projects involving substation automation and electrical control systems.

➢ Technical Tool/Software Proficiency

➢ Familiarity with PLC programming platforms

➢ Wiring and terminal verification tools

➢ Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting

Technical Skills

➢ Strong knowledge of substation electrical control systems and logic sequences.

➢ Understanding of interlocking, trip/close circuits, and operational safety mechanisms.

➢ Experience with remote I/O systems and control panel testing.

➢ Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, IEC 61850, hardwired sig- nals).

➢ Competence in interpreting electrical drawings, logic diagrams, and wiring schedules.

Personal Attributes

➢ Detail-oriented and practical in field environments.

➢ Strong coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

➢ Problem-solver with a proactive approach during commissioning.

➢ Clear communicator with solid documentation habits.

➢ Committed to safe, compliant, and high-quality execution.

Preferred Additional Qualifications

➢ Experience with Schneider Electric ECS platforms or RTUs.

➢ Previous experience on large-scale energy or oil & gas infrastructure projects.

➢ Fluency in English; Swahili or French is a plus.

Performance Measurement (KPIs)

➢ % ECS panels commissioned on time

➢ Functionality test pass rate for ECS logic

➢ Number of ECS-related issues post-energization

➢ Quality of control documentation and as-builts

Interface success with protection and SCADA systems Work Conditions

➢ Site-based across EACOP project substations and facilities.

➢ Requires full PPE and work under live or near-live equipment conditions.

➢ Involves close coordination with other field engineers and subcontractors.

➢ May require extended hours during functional testing and energization.