Jr Electric Low Voltage Engineer

  • Fixed-term contract
  • Full-time
  • Less than 2 years of experience (Entry level)
  • Bachelor degree
  • Engineering/Maintenance Manager/Expert

Mission

Job Purpose: 

To oversee and lead the maintenance of electric low voltage systems across the Cairo Metro Line 3 infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and long-term asset reliability. The role involves leading the maintenance team, coordinating activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving improvements in asset management using tools like Maximo.


Profile

Responsibilities/Duties 

Electric Low Voltage Maintenance & Inspections

• Conduct regular inspections of electric low-voltage assets, such as panels, lighting fixtures, posts, cables, sockets, and related infrastructure, assessing their condition and identifying maintenance requirements.

• Supervise routine maintenance tasks on electric low-voltage assets, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.

• Ensure maintenance tools and equipment are kept in optimal condition for efficient performance.

• Review and adhere to established maintenance plans, guidelines, and manuals.

Repair & Rehabilitation

• Supervise and perform repairs on damaged electric low-voltage assets (e.g., panels, lighting fixtures, posts, cables, and sockets), utilizing appropriate tools and equipment.

• Promptly carry out emergency repairs to minimize operational disruptions.

• Oversee corrective maintenance activities, efficiently diagnosing and resolving malfunctions.

• Contribute to the rehabilitation of railway assets to enhance their lifespan and ensure ongoing safety.

• Perform installations, inspections, testing, and ongoing maintenance as needed.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to facilitate seamless coordination across activities.

• Work closely with other technicians and maintenance teams to plan and execute maintenance projects effectively.

• Supervise external contractors and service providers engaged in specialized maintenance tasks.

• Support the overall goals and objectives of the maintenance department.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance actions, and repairs conducted on assets.

• Maintain daily logs documenting maintenance activities and related functions.

• Assist in preparing detailed reports on asset conditions, providing recommendations for future maintenance or upgrades.

Field Surveys & Assessments

• Support field surveys and assessments to collect data for engineering studies or planning purposes.

• Assist in the execution of new projects by offering insights regarding the current infrastructure conditions.

Safety

• Ensure all maintenance tasks comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.

• Adhere to environmental and safety rules, promptly reporting any issues to Executive Maintenance for further action.

• Promote adherence to 5S and lean manufacturing standards within the maintenance department.

• Actively ensure all maintenance operations are conducted safely, prioritizing the well-being of personnel and the integrity of the infrastructure.

Maximo

• Leverage the Maximo asset management system to track and manage maintenance schedules, asset conditions, and repair records.

• Utilize Maximo to document all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.

• Monitor and update the maintenance order process through Maximo to ensure the timely completion of tasks.

• Analyze data from Maximo to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in maintenance operations.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Qualifications:

• BSc in Electrical Engineering.

• Fluency in English (spoken and written) and Arabic.

• Capacity to work in shifts and across different locations within Line 3 stations and depots.

Knowledge:

• Proficiency in electric low voltage maintenance and asset management.

• Familiarity with railway systems and infrastructure.

• Familiarity with change management processes.

Experience:

• From 0-2 years experience in a maintenance environment, ideally in a project-based setting.

• Prior experience in site supervision and managing teams.

Desired Behaviors & Experiences

• Demonstrate attention to detail and thoroughness when conducting inspections and identifying maintenance requirements.

• Display leadership and supervision skills in overseeing routine maintenance tasks and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

• Show proactive responsibility in ensuring tools and equipment are in optimal condition for maintenance work.

• Maintain a strong commitment to following established procedures, plans, and manuals to ensure consistent and high-quality work.

• Exhibit quick decision-making and efficiency when performing emergency repairs and overseeing corrective maintenance.

• Foster collaboration and teamwork by effectively coordinating with other teams, contractors, and service providers.

• Exhibit strong organizational skills when maintaining accurate records, logs, and preparing detailed reports.

• Prioritize safety by ensuring compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations, and actively promoting a safe work environment.

• Demonstrate analytical skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.

• Skilled in negotiation and decision-making to ensure the best outcomes for the team and operations.

• Innovative, strategic, and creative in approaching problem-solving and finding solutions.

• Self-motivated with a passion for the role and a proactive work attitude.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.