Position: Technical Support Engineer
🔹 Company Overview
Ethio Fruit PLC is an agro-processing company specializing in the production of avocado oil. The company is currently enhancing its technical capabilities and seeking qualified professionals to join its dynamic team.
🔹 Position Summary – Technical Support Engineer
The Technical Support Engineer will play a key role in diagnosing equipment issues, interpreting technical documents, improving SOPs, and acting as a liaison with international equipment vendors. The engineer will support operations to reduce downtime and enhance plant performance.
🔹 Key Responsibilities
⚙️ Equipment & Technical Support
- Troubleshoot issues in decanters, malaxers, centrifuges, and other auxiliary equipment
- Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and control panel instructions
- Configure inverters, adjust PLC settings, and calibrate sensors
- Assist in preventive maintenance planning and execution
📄 Documentation & Communication
- Develop and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Log technical incidents, resolutions, and equipment status
- Communicate with international vendors for remote diagnostics and spare parts
- Translate technical instructions into simplified guides for local staff
📊 Improvement & Monitoring
- Identify and address recurring technical issues
- Assist in implementing monitoring tools (e.g., alarms, inverter logs, sensors)
- Train operators on best practices and safety protocols
🔹 Qualifications
- Education: BSc or Diploma in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electromechanical Technology
- Industrial Automation
- Or related fields
- Experience: 3–6 years in an industrial or agro-processing setting
- Skills:
- Proficient in reading technical manuals and diagrams (in English)
- Experience with inverters (e.g., ABB, Delta)
- Familiarity with PLC systems (basic understanding required)
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene in processing plants
🔹 Preferred Attributes
- Curious and eager to grow professionally
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Able to perform under pressure in a production setting
🔹 Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Meals and transport support (if applicable)
- Learning-focused and supportive work environment
Let me know if you’d like assistance drafting your CV or motivation letter for this position.
📅 Deadline: Ten (10) days from the date of this vacancy announcement
📨 How to Apply:
Send your updated CV and a short motivation letter to:
- 📧 info@ethiofruit.com
- 📧 sirakassefa@gmail.com
- 📱 Telegram: 0910683568
Deadline : June 20 – 2025