Switchyard Engineer (Electrical - Switchyard & Substation) at African Industries Group (AIG)

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 52 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed towards the nurturing and development of the local community. AIG owes its success to the core philosophy of ‘Building the Future Together’. Its business strategy is inclusive, sustainable, and not only benefits stakeholders but also positively impacts the environment and society.

It has been predominantly a manufacturing company, with operational excellence benchmarked to global standards. The group has around 35 state of the art manufacturing plants and facilities located in various locations across Nigeria, creating employment opportunities. Its investment and expansion in manufacturing with the latest functional technology provides long term employment to thousands of Nigerians, for people from across the globe. It also creates ancillary employment for many more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Switchyard Engineer (Electrical – Switchyard & Substation)

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain 33kV/11kV switchyard, power transformers, and HT/LT switchgear
• Execute preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and support plant-wide power distribution reliability
• Manage protection relays, relay coordination, and electrical protection settings
• Monitor power factor, energy consumption, and demand optimization
• Maintain electrical drawings, SLDs, and maintenance records
• Coordinate with utility providers on shutdowns and power restoration
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and operational procedures
• Supervise technicians and contractors within the switchyard

Requirements

• B.Eng / B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Power option preferred)
• 5 - 10 years’ experience in switchyard/substation maintenance within steel, cement, oil & gas, or heavy manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of:
  • High-voltage systems (33kV/11kV)
  • Power transformers and switchgear
  • Protection relays and power system protection
  • Electrical fault diagnosis and maintenance planning
• Knowledge of SCADA and industrial automation is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: afolabi.ayodele@Africanindustries.com using "Application – Switchyard Engineer" as the subject of the email.