SOLAR SYSTEM DESIGN ENGINEER AT DAYSTAR POWER GROUP | ENGINEERING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Daystar Power Group is a Pan-African provider of solar and hybrid 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 Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, Senegal & Ivory Coast.

Job Description:

• We are looking to engage a competent and experienced Solar System Design Engineer to design suitable solar solutions to help meet our clients’ needs.
• He or she will work with the team to understand the client’s power needs, conduct detailed site audits, and design custom solutions to meet the client’s objectives.
• We are seeking a hardworking, motivated, and well-organized individual with a focus on continuous improvement to exceed expectations.

Key Responsibilities
Solar Systems Design:

• Design solar PV systems (on-grid, off grid, hybrid).
• Conduct site/energy audits and analyse customer needs.
• Produce comprehensive technical and commercial offers.
• Lead technical client conversations through email, phone calls and in person meetings.
• Responsible for validating/endorsing technical solutions.
• Perform system costing in coordination with the supply chain department and other internal key stakeholders.

General:

• Assist in market research and identify solar energy projects in Africa.
• Review technological trends in the local and global energy sector.

Working condition:

• Approximately 50% of time shall be spent in office environments with the remaining time in the field.

Requirements:

Physical requirements

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

Character:

• A self-motivated individual that demonstrates a sense of ownership with high level of commitment and the ability to thrive under pressure.
• Passionate about quality of workmanship.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in teams.
• Discretion in dealing with sensitive information.
• Must demonstrate excellent team and people management skills.
• Flexible to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in Electrical Engineering roles, preferably in the renewable energy or power industry, installing and / or maintaining solar systems.

Competencies:

• Computer proficiency required, creating spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Software Programs (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint in particular).
• Use of software like HOMER, Pvsyst and Helioscope.

Language Proficiency:

• English (excellent oral & writing skills).
• French (oral & writing skills) will be an added advantage

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.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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