Info-code Consults, a Ugandan company established in 2016, is seeking to hire a Generator Engineer for one of its clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of generators. The company offers consultancy services in business and information technology, as well as human resource services. The Generator Engineer will work in Kampala, Uganda.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field. Relevant professional registration or certification is an added advantage. The candidate should have at least 2 years of experience working with electrical systems, industrial machinery, or related equipment. Practical experience in generator installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning is highly desirable.

The Generator Engineer's key duties will include installing, commissioning, testing, and maintaining generators and associated electrical and mechanical systems. The engineer will diagnose and troubleshoot generator faults, carry out preventive and corrective maintenance, and inspect generator engines, alternators, control panels, and other components. The engineer will also conduct generator load testing and performance assessments to ensure equipment operates within required specifications.

The successful candidate will be required to prepare generators for installation by assessing site requirements, power demand, space, ventilation, cabling, fuel systems, and other technical requirements. The engineer will supervise generator installation and ensure proper connection to electrical distribution systems. The engineer will also conduct routine servicing, repairs, overhauls, and replacement of defective components.

The Generator Engineer will read and interpret electrical diagrams, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment specifications. The engineer will provide technical advice to customers on generator selection, operation, maintenance, and energy requirements. The engineer will prepare technical reports, service reports, inspection reports, and maintenance records. The engineer will also conduct site assessments and prepare technical recommendations for generator installations.

Info-code Consults uses performance metrics such as generator installation and commissioning completion rate, generator uptime and reliability, and response time to breakdowns and service requests to evaluate the Generator Engineer's performance. The engineer will be required to respond promptly to customer breakdowns and technical service requests. The company will only contact shortlisted candidates.

Interested applicants with the required qualifications and experience should apply online through the provided link. The deadline for applications is 28th September 2026. Info-code Consults is one of the companies listed on The Ugandan Jobline, a platform that provides job listings in Uganda. The Ugandan Jobline also offers similar job listings, including Senior Specialist – Cyber Crime Jobs at MTN Uganda and Chief Customer Services Officer Jobs at Uganda Airlines.

Key points

  • The job requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field and at least 2 years of experience working with electrical systems.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of generators.
  • The deadline for applications is 28th September 2026.

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