Solar Project Engineer / Engineering Manager at Sunray Ventures

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
• 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.

General

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.