Job Description
Job Ref No: NuPEA/REC/R&D/01/06/2023
Reporting to the Principal Engineer, Energy Research and Development, the job holder will be responsible for implementation and/or coordination of identified research and development projects/ programmes/ initiatives by:
(i) Assisting in the identification of suitable institutions/organizations and/ or programmes/ projects for collaborative research under the energy research and development collaboration framework;
(ii) Assisting in monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the energy sector R&D coordination framework;
(iii) Conducting research on synergies between oil & gas and clean and/or renewable energy systems;
(iv) Conducting research on technologies, techniques, and processes related to the exploration, extraction, production, transportation and utilization of oil and gas resources to improve safety and efficiency, optimize recovery rates, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impacts of the oil & gas industry;
(v) Exploring the application of Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) techniques to improve decision-making and optimize processes;
(vi) Participating in evaluation of energy research outputs for dissemination/publication;
(vii) Evaluating the suitability of relevant energy R&D tools, computer codes and models for effective projects implementation;
(viii) Providing input in development of R&D competency framework for expertise in energy technologies;
(ix) Contributing to curation of data on energy R&D and maintenance of up-to-date research database(s);
(x) Contributing to the formulation and implementation of Intellectual Property (IP) management strategies;
(xi) Assisting in development of proposals on energy technologies for commercialization; and
(xii) Developing individual work plans, monitoring own performance and seeking requisite support to ensure delivery on agreed targets.
b) Academic and Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or relevant filed from a recognized institution.
c) Professional Membership
Membership to Engineers Board of KEnya
d) Work Experience
A minimum of four(4) years relevant work experience
e) Knowledge Skills and Competencies
i. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
ii. Be detail oriented, have ability to meet deadlines, while delivering on high quality results;
iii. Proficieny in computer applications; and
iv. Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
f) Terms of Service
The appointment will be on temporary terms of service for a period of one (1) year
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