Lead Engineer (Solar Engineer) at A4 & T Power Solutions

A4 & T Power Solutions is a B2B power solution company that provides alternative power to businesses.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Location: Nigeria

Core Responsibilities

The lead engineer will manage all aspects of the assigned projects throughout its life cycle, to include design of schematic drawings, (for solar installations) installation monitoring and post-installation support.
Must ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget while minimizing risks and maximizing margins on a variety of solar projects across Nigeria.
Oversee and supervise contractors and employees who are performing project tasks by providing technical support and guidance during execution;

Lead the engineering team to conduct site investigations and assess the technical feasibility of developing a solar project.
Design solar solutions for clients including a full bill of materials and solar wiring diagrams
Perform final reviews and PE approval for all electrical designs and equipment submittals;
Manage installation contractor teams to ensure they are on-hand and install new systems to the standards.
Train installation contractor teams in multiple locations to expand reach across Nigeria.
Create processes for adequately monitoring installations remotely and diagnosing issues before the customer notices them.
Draft the scope of work and estimate the respective project budget
Develop and maintain project timeline, identify critical path and key milestones for project’s success.
Identify the sources of likely problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project risks, and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impacts.
Interact with team members, clients, vendors, installation contractors, and others to create efficient and cohesive designs;
Lead and participate in design related consulting and PV system modeling;
Manage contract negotiations, change orders, and other agreements with subcontractors and vendors, and oversee all subcontractors’ work in all phases.
Communicate with authority having jurisdictions regarding interconnection, permitting, and other regulatory compliance issues.

Competency / Skill / Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics and Electronic or other related Engineering fields
Minimum of 7-years’ experience in Solar Solutions design and installation.
Self-disciplined and result-oriented.
Solar Engineering skills required and a core understanding of electrical engineering
Flexibility to travel to project sites in various locations whenever necessary for long periods of time.
Strong leadership and communication skills
Extremely organised – be able to manage multiple contractors and installations at once
Articulate and a clear communicator
Self-motivated with demonstrated problem-solving capability.
Self-starter with excellent presentation skills with constant attention to details and accuracy.