Engineering Jobs at Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali and Other Companies

Deadline of this Job: 24 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
U.S. Embassy Kigali
Student Internship Vacancy Announcement
Open To: All interested students for internship
Location: U.S. Embassy, Kigali
Opening Date: October 12, 2022
Closing Date: October 24, 2022
Work Hours: 10–30 hours per week
Internship Start date - end date: January – May
The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is happy to announce its local
internship program designed to provide Rwandan students with a unique opportunity
to work at the U.S. Embassy Kigali.
The U.S. Embassy would like to highlight that this internship program
is an unpaid
program; as such, there are no financial benefits attached and no compensation.
Additionally, no future employment guarantees, or privileges will arise from an
intern’s participation in this program. Please see below open internship vacancies.

4. Electrical Engineering Intern

Description of duties:
• The intern will participate in hands-on installation and repairs
of the electrical power and lighting system, control circuitry, and other building
electrical systems. Work includes, but is not limited to, emergency generator
controls, HVAC power and controls, mechanical pump power and controls, fire alarm
system controls and devices, panel boards, UPS system, automatic transfer switches,
relay controls, programmable control systems for switchgear, medium voltage
transformers, motor control centers, convenience outlet power circuits, lighting
fixtures and lighting control circuits.
• The intern will ensure that all assigned repairs are accomplished promptly using the manufacturers recommended repair or replacement parts and meet International Building Code standards/requirements for installation methods and serviceability.
• Finally, the intern will participate in preventive maintenance on Embassy electrical
• systems.

Skills required: Electrical educational background.
• Language level required: Basic knowledge of English and fluency in Kinyarwanda

Deadline of this Job: 25 October 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Civil Engineer
Level:3.IV
Job description
Reporting directly to the Senior Irrigation Engineer and will be responsible for ensuring that the infrastructure funded under the project are of high technical quality and conform to the technical specifications and other relevant design parameters that are applicable to the concerned infrastructure. In addition to this primary function of quality assurance, the Civil Engineer shall also work closely with and assist external consultants and project Engineering team and be responsible for the following tasks:
• Oversee the civil engineering aspects (Civil/structural design and engineering techniques) of the project implementation;
• Planning and independently carrying out work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques and procedures;
• Analyze the working drawings and interpret them before commencement of executing the works for various components of the engineering activities;
• Prepare or evaluate and modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs, and monitor work for compliance to applicable codes, accepted engineering practices and statutory standards;
• Assist with Computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment in preparing the engineering design documents of the project;
• Perform of field activities such as observe and record existing field conditions, take and verify measurements within project area;
• Support to procurement and Quantity Surveyor (QS) team in finalization of quantities, billing break ups, bill justification etc;
• Supervise all works conducted by external contractors;
• Any other duties requested by supervisors.

Qualifications and Experience
• Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Civil engineering, Architecture, Quantity surveying engineering;
• Three (3) years relevant experience for Master’s Degree and five (5) years’ relevant experience for Bachelor’s Degree;
• Familiarity with Donors projects implementation procedures and guidelines is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in preparation of Bill of quantities and BOQ variance analysis.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, be self-motivated, coordinate, and link with multi-disciplinary experts.
• Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English or French is required; fluency in both English and French an advantage.

Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s in Architecture
3 Years of relevant experience
• Master's in Civil Engineering
3 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
5 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture
5 Years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying
5 Years of relevant experience
• Master’s Degree in Quantity Surveying
3 Years of relevant experience

Competency and Key Technical Skills
• N/A
• Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
• Inclusiveness
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client/citizen focus
• Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous learning

Deadline of this Job: 19 November 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Rwanda Electrical Hub Operator
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.
To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.

About One Acre Fund
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund supplies 1 million smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. Our 8,000+ team is drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. With operations across six core countries in Africa, we make farmers more prosperous by providing quality farm supplies on credit, delivered within walking distance of farmers’ homes, and agricultural training to improve harvests. On average, the farmers we serve harvest 50 percent more food after working with One Acre Fund.
To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.

About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Electrical engineer with at least 3 years of experience who will support HHB Team to maximize operations of Nasho Grain Processing Hub.
The Electrical Hub Operator will work under direct supervision of an Agro-Processing Associate to match efficiency and targets of the hub.

Responsibilities
• Operate a range of machineries for grain drying including shellers, conveyors and elevators, dryers, storage silos, packing lines and weighbridge.
• Rectify both mechanical and electrical breakdowns
• Ensure that machineries and equipment are maintained through preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance on the plant equipment.
• Read and interpret system drawings including electrical diagrams
• Manage preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance on the hub equipment throughout the plant.
• Perform troubleshooting to identify efficiency in operation and resolve all issues and assist to read all meters, inspect power distribution boards and gauges at regular intervals.
• Monitor grains quality during processing and report issues immediately to Quality Control Coordinator to solve issues quickly. This includes and is not limited to monitoring moisture content and physical inspection of grains as it passes through the processing plant.
• Ensure that all fitters and casual workers who work with the machines follows safety guidelines and always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in operation.
• Reporting to the management all information on fuel and electricity used.
• Assist Agro-Processing Lead to document Standard Operating Procedures for the hub.
• Help in training fitters and casual workers to perform their work to maximize production output with high efficiency.
• Provide a daily report to the operations specialist including challenges encountered and possible recommendations.
• Ensure machines and people's safety by preventing unauthorized personnel from accessing machines or electrical cables.
• Support the Lead to forecast equipment needs and procure appropriate equipment
• Ensure that the necessary parts are available and in good condition to maintain the equipment
• Lead maintenance fitters and evaluate their performances
• Develop ideas on processing techniques by working with the Processing Lead to identify potential manufacturers to low-cost designs suited to farmer's needs.

Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career. Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
• Diploma (A1) in the Electrical Engineering or other related fields with demonstrated ability of hands-on with the machines.
• 2+years working experience in machine maintenance/repairing and operation of grain dryers.
• Hands-on knowledge such as welding, drilling and rolling skills are very required.
• The advanced skill of maintaining the generator or automobiles is an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge in electrical design and installation.
• build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Language: English is desirable

Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible
Job Location
Kirehe, Rwanda
Benefits
Health insurance, paid time off
Eligibility
This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda