ELECTRICAL PROCUREMENT ENGINEER

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Master Power Systems Limited (MPSL) came into inception in 2001 and is now a leading engineering and contracting company specialized in designing and executing electrical works, with the main focus being in the corporate market strong minded in providing quality service.

JOB SUMMARY

Department Procurement EngineeringReports To Head of Procurement / Procurement ManagerLocation Nairobi, KenyaEmployment Type Full-TimeExperience Required 2 - 3 Years in Electrical Procurement / Estimation (MEP / Contracting industry)Education Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldJob SummaryWe are looking for a technically strong Electrical Procurement & Estimation Engineer to support MEPproject delivery across our active projects in Kenya, Uganda, and other East African markets. The role sits atthe intersection of engineering and procurement — the ideal candidate must be able to read and interpretelectrical drawings (including Revit models), understand the technical capacity and selection criteria ofMV/LV panels, transformers, lighting, and cables, verify and validate quantities issued by the project team,and independently negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers. This is a hands-on rolerequiring both technical judgement and commercial acumen.Key Responsibilities1. Drawing Review & Quantity Verification• Read, interpret, and extract material requirements from electrical drawings — single line diagrams(SLDs), layout drawings, schedules, and Revit/BIM models.• Independently review and cross-check quantities (BOQ/take-offs) submitted by the project/siteteam against approved drawings and specifications before procurement action.• Identify discrepancies between drawings, BOQs, and vendor offers, and raise queries/clarificationswith the project engineering team.• Navigate Revit models to verify panel schedules, cable routing, DB schedules, and fixture countswhere BIM deliverables are available.2. Technical Evaluation of Electrical Equipment• Understand and evaluate the technical capacity, ratings, and specifications of MV panels/switchgear(11kV/33kV VCB, RMU), LV panels (MCCB/ACB distribution boards), and power/distributiontransformers (dry-type and oil-filled).• Assess vendor technical offers against project specifications, IEC/BS/KS (KEBS) standards, andapproved benchmark equipment, flagging non-compliances.• Support selection of lighting fixtures based on lux level requirements, IP/IK ratings, lumen output,and compliance with the project's Schedule of Light Fittings.• Apply correct cable selection principles — sizing based on current rating, voltage drop, deratingfactors, cable type (XLPE/PVC, armoured/unarmoured), and application (LV/MV, fire-rated, control).• Prepare and maintain technical compliance/comparison workbooks (vendor-vs-approvedbenchmark) for panels, transformers, cables, and lighting submissions.3. Procurement, Vendor Management & Negotiation• Source and shortlist vendors/manufacturers for electrical materials and equipment (panels,transformers, cables, lighting, accessories) locally and internationally (India, China, UAE, SouthAfrica, Europe).• Issue RFQs/enquiries, collect and technically screen vendor quotations, and prepare vendorcomparison summaries for management/MD approval.• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and warranty/after-sales terms directly with vendorsand suppliers to achieve best commercial value without compromising technical compliance.• Track and evaluate vendor performance, certification validity (type-test certificates, PVOC, ISO), andreliability for future sourcing decisions.• Generate Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) and procurement documentation using MPSL's standardtemplates, ensuring accuracy of quantities, rates, and specifications.4. Estimation & Cost Control• Prepare material cost estimates and pricing schedules for tenders, variations, and value-engineering (VE) proposals.• Maintain and update price trackers, material trackers, and BOQ-vs-order tracking tools to preventover-ordering and control project costs.• Support Value Engineering exercises (e.g., alternative equipment configurations, 'or-equal'substitutions) with clear technical and cost justification.5. Documentation & Coordination• Prepare RFA (Request for Approval) submissions, technical compliance sheets, and materialsubmittals for client/consultant review.• Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, and design teams to ensure procurement alignswith project schedules and technical requirements.• Maintain organized records of vendor correspondence, technical datasheets, and approval statusfor audit and reference purposes.Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical Skills• Strong working knowledge of electrical materials: MV/LV switchgear, transformers, cables (LV &MV), lighting fixtures, cable trays/accessories, DBs.• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, SLDs, schedules, and layouts; working knowledgeof Autodesk Revit (navigating models, extracting schedules/quantities) is required.• Understanding of technical capacity/rating parameters for MV panels, LV panels, and transformers(kA rating, kVA rating, IP rating, busbar rating, etc.).• Familiarity with lighting selection criteria (lux levels, lumens, IP/IK rating) and cable selectionprinciples (current rating, voltage drop, derating, cable construction).• Awareness of applicable standards — IEC, BS, KS/KEBS — and compliance-checking againstapproved benchmarks/datasheets.Procurement & Commercial Skills• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in electrical procurement and/or estimation, preferably within anMEP contracting or construction environment.• Demonstrated experience preparing vendor comparisons, negotiating pricing/terms, and closingpurchase orders.• Strong command of MS Excel (formulas, trackers, comparison sheets) and MS Word fortechnical/commercial documentation.• Good communication skills for vendor negotiation and cross-functional coordination with projectteams.Preferred / Added Advantage• Prior exposure to East African market suppliers and import/logistics processes (Kenya, Uganda).• Experience working on institutional/hospital or UN/international-standard projects.• Knowledge of PVOC and other Kenya/Uganda import compliance requirements.Please share your CV at careers@masterpowergroup.com

REQUIRED SKILLS

Power and energy solutions, Procurement, Engineering

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree