Solar Project Engineer / Engineering Manager at Sunray Ventures

Sunray Ventures – Our client, Daystar Power Group is a pan-African provider of solar power solutions, offering its systems on a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), fixed monthly fee lease or buy-out basis. All our solutions are accompanied by comprehensive maintenance services, to ensure the solutions run 365 days a year. We are currently operational in Ghana and Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Solar Project Engineer / Engineering Manager

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job Description

We are looking to engage a competent and experienced Project Engineer to execute projects in Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities
Project Management:

Develops a project plan to execute a sales contract
Design and plan solar power installations;
Leads the supply chain process to order parts internationally and locally
Leads and trains the solar installers
Conduct quality assurance of technical installations of both Daybreak Power’s team as well as the installations of our technical partners;
Direct, coordinate and supervise the installations of solar power solutions;
Trains client on how to operate and optimally use the system

Field Service:

Resolves site issues remotely and through site visits
Ensures customer satisfaction

General:

Develop standard operating procedures and HSE standards for solar installation work.
Develop and coach technical staff to meet the objectives of Daybreak Power Solutions Limited in Nigeria;
Introduce best-engineering practices in the company to ensure it is at the forefront of innovation and good management practices
Review technological trends in the local and global energy sector;
Liaise with regulatory and governmental institutions as required.

Requirements
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Preferably Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical
Must be proud of your work, take ownership, and be passionate about quality of workmanship
Must have prior experience installing AC coupled solar systems, Battery inverters, and generators
At least 3 years (5 years for Engineering Manager) of Engineering experience in the solar industry
PMP Certificate a plus
Work well in a team environment & have good communication skills
French language proficiency is an advantage
Flexible to travel domestically and Internationally

Working conditions:

Approximately 30% of time shall be spent in an office environment. The remaining time shall be spent in the field.

Physical requirements:

The Engineer shall be capable of lifting up to 20kg; stand for an extended period of time; work in outdoor environment.

Direct reports:

This position may have Solar technicians directly report to them.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a forward-looking, innovative company, with international group of colleagues;
Unlimited career opportunities – depending on achievements and personal development;
A competitive salary and benefits package with long term prospect in a fast growing company.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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