Design Engineer | PowerGen Renewable Energy | Remote (Kenya)

Design Engineer | PowerGen Renewable Energy | Remote (Kenya)

Remote Kenya
Application ends: August 12, 2026
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Job Description

  • 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.

Requirements

  • 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

Additional information

What Excites You:

  • Intense attention to detail and managing multiple and varied work streams at the same time
  • Working collaboratively with many internal teams across multiple countries and offices to drive growth and operational excellence
  • A fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Remote work
  • On-the-job mentoring and learning opportunities
  • Networking with experienced professionals
  • Work experience for professional profile and resume
  • Professional development opportunities internally and externally Individualized career development
  • Performance feedback and open-door company culture