Mechanical Senior Engineer

Job Title Mechanical Senior Engineer
Sector Operations
Division Technology
Department Radio Network Field Operation
Section Power Operations Technical Support
Unit Power Technical Support
Report To Power Technical Support Manager
Main Job Purpose:
The primary objective of this role is to oversee and ensure the reliable performance of diesel generators
that sustain critical network infrastructure. This role involves optimizing preventive and corrective
maintenance programs, overseeing overhauling and rehabilitation activities across different generator
brands and capacities, and providing technical guidance to field teams. Additionally, coordinate the
acceptance and commissioning of new generators, troubleshoots mechanical issues with precision using
specialized tools, and maintains effective spare parts and inventory control.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Oversee preventive maintenance (PM) and routine service activities for diesel generators of various
brands and capacities, ensuring reliable performance and adherence to technical standards.
2. Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults using advanced troubleshooting
techniques and OWS tools to restore generator performance efficiently.
3. Direct and coordinate full overhauling and rehabilitation operations, including dismantling,
inspection, reassembly, and testing, ensuring all work complies with OEM specifications and safety
guidelines.
4. Conduct and validate acceptance tests for newly acquired or rehabilitated generators, confirming
compliance with performance, quality, and commissioning standards.
5. Evaluate and approve mechanical spare parts through detailed inspections to ensure technical
compatibility, quality, and alignment with operational requirements.
6. Provide advanced technical support to planning, deployment, field operations, administration, and
customer-facing teams to ensure uninterrupted network power readiness.
7. Coordinate rapid-response support for critical network backbone and main sites across regions,
addressing generator-related incidents with efficiency and technical precision.
8. Optimize and allocate power resources and generator assets by applying engineering expertise to
improve equipment utilization, reduce wastage, and support operational efficiency.
9. Ensure the expert and safe application of mechanical tools, diagnostic devices, and workshop
equipment to maintain, repair, and rehabilitate generators to the highest quality standards.
10. Oversee and control the end-to-end spare parts lifecycle, including forecasting, inventory
management, quality checks, and consumption tracking.
11. Contribute to the outsourcing and repair contracts, evaluating vendor performance, technical
outputs, and adherence to service agreements.
12. Conduct technical audits across generator-powered sites, identify operational risks or deficiencies,
and implement immediate corrective actions to protect network availability.
13. Support OPEX management by analyzing operational expenses, identifying saving opportunities, and
implementing measures that optimize resource utilization.
14. Review, refine, and enforce maintenance procedures to enhance quality, safety, cost-effectiveness,
and reduce generator downtime.
15. Coach, and evaluate technicians, ensuring proper execution of maintenance tasks, compliance with
standards, and continuous improvement in team performance.
Behavioral Competencies:
1. Communication: Communicates technical information clearly and confidently, ensuring technicians,
engineers, and cross-functional teams fully understand maintenance requirements, safety
expectations, and operational decisions.
2. Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships across field operations, planning, deployment,
and vendor teams.
3. Problem Solving: Applies deep mechanical expertise and analytical judgment to identify root causes
of complex generator faults, evaluate possible solutions, and implement effective corrective actions.
4. Attention to Detail: Demonstrates precision and accuracy in performing inspections, analyzing
generator performance, documenting maintenance actions, and verifying compliance with safety
and technical standards.
5. Proactivity & Initiative-Taking: Anticipates operational issues, identifies opportunities for
improvement, and takes initiative to address them without waiting for direction.
6. Getting Things Done: Demonstrates strong ownership of tasks and consistently drives activities to
completion with high quality and efficiency.
Technical Competencies:
1. Advanced Diesel Generator Systems Expertise: Demonstrates deep mechanical and electrical
knowledge of multi-brand diesel generators, including engine cycles, control systems, and power
mechanisms.
2. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Possesses strong mastery in planning, overseeing, and
implementing preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
3. Safety Compliance & Mechanical Work Standards: Maintains comprehensive understanding of
safety protocols and consistently enforces safe work practices during inspections, repairs, and site
operations to protect personnel, equipment, and network continuity.
4. Quality Assurance & Reliability Optimization: Demonstrates a strong commitment to high-quality
mechanical work by inspecting, validating, and optimizing maintenance outputs.
5. Mechanical Tools & Diagnostic Equipment Proficiency: Exhibits in-depth expertise in the selection,
operation, and safe handling of mechanical tools, diagnostic devices, and workshop equipment.
6. Root-Cause Analysis & Troubleshooting Excellence: Demonstrates advanced capability to analyze,
identify, and resolve recurrent or complex mechanical failures through structured root-cause
analysis methods.
Qualifications:
Education
A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a closely
related engineering field.
Experience
2-3 years of experience in diesel generator maintenance, overhauling, troubleshooting, or
mechanical workshop operations.
Certificates
OEM Diesel Generator Training (Perkins / Cummins / Caterpillar) | NEBOSH or OSHA Safety
Certification is preferred.
Language Excellence in English language (Written & Spoken).