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.
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.
Daystar Power Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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
Working condition
Physical requirements
Requirements
1. Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
2. 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.
3. Competencies:
4. Language Proficiency: English (excellent oral & writing skills).
French (oral & writing skills) will be an added advantage
5. Character:
a. A self-motivated individual that demonstrates a sense of ownership with high level of commitment and the ability to thrive under pressure.
b. Passionate about quality of workmanship.
c. Good communication skills and ability to work well in teams.
d. Discretion in dealing with sensitive information.
e. Must demonstrate excellent team and people management skills.
6. Flexible to travel domestically and internationally.
Benefits
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.