POSITION: TECHNICAL MANAGER – SOLAR & HYBRID SYSTEMS

LOCATION: NAIROBI, KENYA.

COMPENSATION: KES 70,000 – 150,000 (negotiable based on candidate experience and fitness for the job.)

Our client, a market leader of renewable energy solutions across East Africa, is looking for a driven and hands-on Technical Manager with strong technical knowledge in solar and hybrid systems.

JOB PURPOSE:                                          

The role spans pre-sales, procurement/vendor evaluation, and project designs. The ideal candidate must combine deep system design expertise with excellent customer facing ability, a go-getter attitude, and the ability to solve real-time technical challenges on site.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Pre-Sales

• Create detailed solar simulations and energy yield studies using Helioscope, PVsyst, or equivalent tools.
• Prepare technical proposals, single-line diagrams, and system layouts.
• Attend client meetings and present technical solutions; assist sales with technical clarifications.
• Make cold calls and customer visits when required to support business development.

Procurement & Vendor Assessment

• Lead vendor assessment and pre-qualification processes (technical evaluation of vendors and products).
• Consolidate and evaluate vendor quotations.
• Prepare comparative procurement papers and purchase recommendation reports based on in-depth technical analysis (performance, warranties, reliability, total cost of ownership).
• Recommend preferred suppliers and support purchase negotiations.

Project Implementation

• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs), material take-offs, and technical specifications.
• Design string layouts, panel arrangements, cleaning systems, cable trays, and cable routes.
• Design and analyze upstream/downstream switchgear, load flow, and protection coordination.
• Troubleshoot real-time technical issues during execution and commissioning.
• Review and approve as-built drawings, ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements.

Hybrid / Battery Systems

• Design, size, and configure hybrid systems with battery storage, including inverter selection, control logic, and system integration.
• Provide recommendations on storage sizing, charge/discharge strategies, and system lifecycle optimization.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, renewable energy, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in solar and hybrid system design and implementation.
• Must hold valid registration with EPRA at Tier 3 and be registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
• Proficiency in Helioscope / PVsyst, AutoCAD, and MS Office 365 (Advanced Excel required).
• Strong PowerPoint skills for technical and commercial presentation preparation.
• Strong understanding of electrical switchgear, protection systems, and balance-of-system components.
• Proven experience in BOQ preparation, vendor evaluation, and technical purchase comparisons.
• Excellent customer-facing, communication and relationship building skills — presentable, articulate, and confident.
• Strong troubleshooting and on-site problem-solving capability.
• A go-getter with high ownership, attention to detail, and commitment to results.
• Willingness to travel for client visits and site supervision as required.
• Depth of technical knowledge in solar and hybrid systems.
• Strength in procurement & vendor evaluation (pre-qualification, quotation analysis, purchase comparison).
• Awareness of industry trends and emerging solar and storage technologies.

 All applicants are advised to adhere to the application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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