The Opportunity

The Green Recruitment Company are working in partnership with a leading renewable energy company who design, finance and build off-grid systems in emerging markets.

Job Description

Off-Grid Development Engineer with a focus on design, development and implementation of Mini-grid projects. The role includes:

Design of standardized and customized modular off-grid electricity systems (PV-battery, PV-battery-diesel, and diesel-PV hybrid) with a focus on rural, off-grid applications
Detailed design and cost breakdown of power generation and distribution systems
Providing support with tenders, quote evaluation, contractor management during the cost analysis and the installation and commissioning phases.
Selecting and developing the subsystems including the monitoring and metering systems
Providing engineering support to local operations team(s), in particular with respect to O&M processes for installed systems and monitoring of the performances

Qualifications

University degree in engineering OR Off Grid specialised Electrician
At least 3 years of relevant experience
Use of the main software tools, including Homer, PVsyst, Autocad, Metering and monitoring software packages
Capability of electric calculations and technical knowledge in energy systems, preferably involving solar PV, batteries & diesel
Hands-on experience with electrical power systems or similar technical field required
Experience managing contractors and working with external parties
Ability to work with multidisciplinary, international team in multiple locations
Fluent in English, in speech and writing
French and/or Work experience in Sub-Saharan Africa would be preferred.