Manager I&C (Instrumentation &Control) – K-Electric Jobs Karachi 2026

About the Organization

K-Electric is Pakistan’s only vertically integrated power utility, managing the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity for Karachi and its surrounding areas. The company operates several power generation facilities, including combined cycle plants, and employs a large engineering workforce across its generation and network operations.

Position Overview

K-Electric is hiring a Manager – Instrumentation & Control (I&C) for its Karachi operations. The role leads the I&C Department and is responsible for safe, reliable and efficient maintenance of plant equipment within the Instrumentation and Control section.

Responsibilities span planning and executing both scheduled and unplanned maintenance, preparing departmental budgets, managing procurement of spares and services, and developing the I&C team. Health, safety and environmental compliance sits at the centre of the role, alongside meeting targets for plant availability, reliability and efficiency.

Job Details

• Position: Manager – Instrumentation & Control (I&C)
• Organization: K-Electric (KE)
• Location: Karachi, Sindh
• Job Type: Full Time
• Industry: Power & Energy / Engineering
• Date Posted: August 6, 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• BE in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (mandatory)
• 4 to 5 years of experience working in a combined cycle power plant at Assistant Manager or Deputy Manager level
• Sound knowledge of combined cycle power plant operations
• In-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of field instrumentation
• Strong command of control systems including PLC and DCS
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook and CMMS/SAP

Key Responsibilities

Departmental Management

• Support the DGM I&C in administering the maintenance section in line with management directives and company procedures.
• Maintain close coordination with Operations, Performance and Maintenance departments to meet shared targets.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and manage leave, overtime and staff deputation arrangements.
• Uphold discipline and punctuality within the team and ensure job qualification criteria are applied.

Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

• Direct and enforce the safety programme for the I&C maintenance section and ensure standards are implemented for maximum staff safety.
• Issue work permits and ensure safety and housekeeping across designated non-operational areas.
• Conduct internal safety audits, risk assessments and toolbox talks, and close out audit observations.
• Identify safety improvement gaps among departmental staff and arrange relevant training and work permit authorisation.

Planning, Budgeting and Procurement

• Prepare and manage the departmental budget for items and services, ensuring effective utilisation.
• Ensure availability of spares, consumables and tools through the inventory management system, and drive the procurement process to completion.
• Raise warranty claims for defective parts and imprest requests for non-stock items.
• Inspect delivery of procured items to confirm correct specification and condition.
• Develop and maintain the I&C dashboard for departmental reporting.

Maintenance Execution

• Plan and schedule planned and unplanned maintenance activities to meet performance targets and maximise equipment availability and reliability.
• Arrange timely testing, calibration and certification of I&C equipment.
• Manage periodic overhauls, testing and calibration in line with OEM recommendations and regulatory requirements.
• Introduce improved and cost-effective maintenance methods and keep maintenance procedures updated.
• Prepare periodic reports, analyse data and recommend improvements to plant operations.
• Initiate projects that improve efficiency and reduce downtime and operating costs.
• Use the SAP PM module to its full extent and ensure quality and timely closure of PM/CM orders and open permits.

Troubleshooting and Team Development

• Provide engineering expertise in root cause analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of persistent problems.
• Conduct brainstorming sessions with staff on recurring faults.
• Carry out training needs analysis and implement the training plan, including induction for newly hired staff.
• Nominate staff for external training and maintain the operating and training manual for the I&C section.

Equal Opportunity

K-Electric is an equal opportunity employer. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and role suitability for PWDs is assessed in line with the company’s HSE standards.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official K-Electric careers portal using the button on this page. Applications are accepted online only.

Source: Official K-Electric careers portal — ke.com.pk/careers