PowerGen Renewable Energy Senior Design Engineer Jobs in Kenya

PowerGen Renewable Energy Senior Design Engineer Jobs in Kenya

Company Description

PowerGen Renewable Energy is a micro-grid developer and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company for Commercial and Industrial (C&I) solar projects in Africa. PowerGen is creating an African energy system that utilizes clean, renewable energy and smarter grids to deliver power to all.

We uniquely combine our mission – to build Africa’s future energy system, while improving lives through smarter power – with technical, on-the-ground expertise and an innovative business model.

We build, own and operate AC micro-grids and C&I solar projects to bring power to residential, commercial and industrial customers. With over 120 employees, a 7,500 sq. ft. workshop and headquarters in Nairobi, offices in Tanzania, Nigeria and Sierra Leone, PowerGen is building a company that is set to have an impact on the energy sector in Africa for years to come. ​​​​​​

Job Description

What You'll Make Happen:

Provide subject matter expert (SME) support and expertise to the Project Managers, Project Engineers and procurement teams.

Review client expectations and requirements before handing over to the design team and ensure it is communicated clearly to the design team.

Review and provide input to detailed designs submitted both internally and externally to ensure it meets minimum required standards as well as efficient and cost-effective constructability.

Develop electrical power system designs for large and relatively larger projects and associated bill of quantities and technical specifications.

Develop solar concept designs (including layout, SLDs, and BoM) as and when required by the project development team.

Provide input into detailed design both internal and external to ensure efficient and cost-effective constructability.

Support preparation of technical specification and inputs during equipment and contractors tendering and equipment selection stage.

Support in preparation of technical site survey requirements.

Develop generation and distribution system capacity and equipment operating models using selected simulation and analysis tools

Inspect and approve relevant and reusable technical documents and design templates and models.

Identify initiatives to improve designs and cut unnecessary costs

Support business development and nurture relationships with client

Support technical investigations and fault finding in PowerGen’s O&M areas to identify root causes to help

restoration of the network quickly and prevent recurrence of the issue.

Train, upskill and recommend learning opportunities to other engineers to ensure team growth and sustainability.


Qualifications

What Excites You:

Tackling big, thorny problems with smart technology that will transform the African energy sector

The opportunity to become a technical expert in an area that might be previously unfamiliar to you

A fast-paced environment where constant change is the norm and individual initiative is expected

Autonomy to implement your creative solutions – not just generating ideas, but committing the time, creativity, and skill to make them happen

Excellence – in your peers, in your work, and in our company’s commitment to our customers

Passion for organization, details, and precision in all you do.

Become a part of the fast-growing power generation business.

You Already Have:

Bachelors(BSc./BTech/BEng Engineering (Electrical,Mechanical or structural)

Related Masters degree is additional credit

5+ years’ relevant experience

Certification and licenses

EPRA T3 or equivalent

EBK Graduate engineer or equivalent

EBK Professional or equivalent, preferred

Advanced technical skillset

Power Generation (Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage and Hybrid generation)

Power Distribution ( LV ,MV)

Power Installation

Testing & Commissioning

Site Management ( Technical Support for construction)

Troubleshooting Capability

Quality Control

Solar and BESS design software knowledge and experience e.g PVSyst,Helioscope, Homer

Advanced analytical ability

Advanced communication skills - written and verbal

Advanced project management and stakeholder management

Benefits and Compensation

A competitive package including annual compensation, performance bonuses, health insurance and professional development. Plus you'll be working with a dynamic team of brilliant people passionate about electrifying Sub-Saharan Africa!

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; PowerGen Renewable Energy Senior Design Engineer Jobs in Kenya

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