Automation and PCD Engineer at The Heineken in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Automation and PCD Engineer

    The HeinekenNairobi, Kenya

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    1 week ago

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    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Food Services, Hospitality & Catering
    Engineering & Technology

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    Job Description

    The Automation and PCD Engineer will design, program, and deploy automation and process control systems. This role involves developing and maintaining PLC and control system software to improve production efficiency, ensuring reliable operation of automation equipment, and implementing cybersecurity measures. The engineer will also support maintenance planning and ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design, program, and deploy automation and process control systems.
    • Develop and maintain PLC and control system software to improve production efficiency.
    • Maintain reliable operation of automation equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and asset management.
    • Support maintenance planning, spare parts management, and system lifecycle sustainability.
    • Implement cybersecurity measures, patch management, backup procedures, and incident response processes.
    • Maintain updated PCD asset inventories and ensure security compliance.
    • Ensure automation systems comply with safety, legal, and industry standards.
    • Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation measures, and maintain safety-related maintenance programs.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Controls and Automation, Electrical and Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering.
    • Minimum 4 years' experience in industrial automation.
    • Strong PLC programming, troubleshooting, and modification experience.
    • Strong HMI/SCADA and industrial networking skills.
    • FMCG experience is an added advantage.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Engineering & Technology

    Minimum Experience

    4 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Engineering

    Field of Study

    Instrumentation, Controls and Automation, Electrical and Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the Heineken careers portal at careers.theheinekencompany.com.

    Show Your PLC Troubleshooting Chops

    Automation roles live and die by your ability to think in logic and react fast when a line goes down. Hiring managers here will probe how you've handled real faults, not just your coursework.

    1. Map your PLC experience to their plant: List the specific PLC brands and versions you've worked with (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.) and the scale of the systems. If you've worked in FMCG, highlight that—it's a plus here.

    2. Prepare a troubleshooting story: Have a crisp example of a time you diagnosed a tricky fault. Walk through your method: how you isolated the problem, what tools you used, and how long it took. Show you're systematic, not just fast.

    3. Brush up on HMI/SCADA: Be ready to discuss how you've configured operator screens or alarm management. Even if you're not an expert, showing you understand the operator's perspective is a plus.

    4. Show safety awareness: Automation carries real risk. Mention any safety certifications (like TÜV or functional safety courses) and how you've applied risk assessments in past roles.

    5. Talk about cybersecurity: With OT systems now a target, mention any patching or network segmentation work you've done. Even basic awareness will set you apart.

    6. Quantify your impact: Use numbers: reduced downtime by X%, improved OEE, cut spare part costs. Heineken will want to see you drive efficiency, not just maintain.

    7. Know their industry: Read up on Heineken's brewing process and typical automation challenges (high-speed filling, packaging lines). Mentioning a specific line type shows you've done your homework.

    8. Ask smart questions: Prepare questions about their current PLC standards, how they handle spare parts, and what a typical day looks like. It shows you're thinking about the role long-term.

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    Tags

    PLC
    HMI
    SCADA
    industrial networking
    automation