Summary: Employer: Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute

Job Details

  • Deadline: 30/11/2026
  • Company: Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute
  • Location: Mombasa
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Salary: Open

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineer

Date Posted: 11/11/2026

Job Type: Full Time

Job Level: Management

Employer: Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute

Industry: Engineering

Salary: Open

Location: Mombasa

Country: Kenya

Deadline: 30/11/2026

Engineering Jobs, KMFRI Jobs. Responsible for overseeing engineering projects, designing and maintaining technical systems, supervising engineering works, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Requires a degree in Engineering, registration with 6 years’ relevant work experience. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Mombasa.

Reference

KMF/EX/RE-ADVT/SE/11 (re-advertisement)

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of policies, strategies and plans for the optimization of the Institute’s research infrastructure and equipment
  • Leading engineering design, analysis, and implementation of projects in line with the Institute’s standards
  • Preparing and reviewing detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications and cost estimates
  • Managing projects from conception to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting
  • Implementing policies, strategies and plans for the optimization of the Institute’s research infrastructure and equipment
  • Development and implementation of standards for the Institute’s research infrastructure and equipment
  • Ensuring compliance with engineering codes, safety standards and quality control and assurance of the Institute’s infrastructure
  • Overseeing contracted engineering works to ensure quality control and adherence to timelines; and
  • Coordinating the management of the lifecycle of the Institute’s research infrastructure and equipment.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have

  • Cumulative service period of six (6) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in the position of Senior Engineer I or a comparable position
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building and Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C+ (Plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
  • Registration/membership with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or any relevant body
  • Proficiency in technical computer-based applications such as AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, MS Word, Revit, MS Project, Civil 3D, Prokon, SolidWorks, structural design and detailing software and/or any other relevant Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) design software
  • Demonstrated results in work performance; and
  • Fulfilment of the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Key competencies and skills

  • Strong communication and reporting skills
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • Strong organization and interpersonal skills
  • Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills
  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Conflict management
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task; and
  • Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.

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