Qssu - am - tl - technical LEAD (projects & Services)

Technical Lead

About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client AMOTECH AFRICA, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Technical Lead to work in Kampala.

Role: Technical Lead – Projects and Services (Protection Engineer) Amotech Africa is recruiting a Technical Lead – Projects & Services (Protection Engineer) who will lead the technical delivery of electrical testing, commissioning, protection, SCADA, and engineering services across all projects within the Services Department. The Technical Lead will play a pivotal role in ensuring project execution and upholding quality and compliance standards in alignment with the company's strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

Engineering

• Lead the development of new electrical testing, protection, and SCADA service offerings to support diversification goals.
• Review and interpret MV/HV protection and control system designs, including relay settings, protection schemes, and wiring diagrams.
• Review and interpret OEM specifications, client requirements, and project standards.

Project Management and Delivery

• Lead technical aspects of projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and review project proposals, technical specifications, and budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and OEM partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Lead a team of project engineers (power systems protection & control).
• Ensure 100% QA/QC compliance for all technical deliverables in line with organizational standards.

Testing and Commissioning

• Develop testing and commissioning plans for MV/HV systems.
• Lead on-site testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of protection and control equipment.
• Prepare test reports and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Provide post-installation support and troubleshooting.

Technical Support for Commercial & Business Development

• Support tender preparation by defining scope, technical methodology, manpower estimates, and equipment requirements.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with clients, OEMs, and stakeholders.
• Conduct technical presentations and training for clients and team members.
• Provide the commercial team with accurate technical inputs for proposals, SLAs, and bids.
• Identify new markets and technical opportunities in testing, commissioning, protection, and engineering services offered by AAL

Compliance and Standards

• Ensure all designs and installations comply with international and local standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.).
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures, risk assessments, and technical work instructions.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in MV/HV protection systems.
• Develop and implement quality assurance procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• Qualification in Project Management is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in system protection and control engineering.
• Proven experience in Testing & Commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, protection relays, transformers, GIS/AIS, and associated systems.
• Ability to lead or execute protection coordination studies using software (ETAP, DIgSILENT, CYME).
• Knowledge of power system components such as CT's, VT's, Meters, Circuit Breakers, LoadBreak Switches, Vacuum Contactor etc.
• Proficiency in protection relay configuration and testing tools.
• Strong understanding of power system protection principles and schemes.
• Familiarity with SCADA and communication protocols (IEC 61850, Modbus, etc.)

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Opportunity to work in an international environment.
• Cooperation with a highly qualified team with one of the region's leading companies in the industry.
• Great working environment.
• Competitive Remuneration.
• A wide range of training opportunities.

All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy "QSSU-AM-TL-TECHNICAL LEAD (PROJECTS & SERVICES)".

Application Link:

Note: The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm Wednesday 31st December, 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.