Technical Design Engineer, C&I Solar

Position Name: Technical Design Engineer C&I Solar 

Division / Function: Commercial & Industrial (C&I)

Location of the Job: Abuja Nigeria with 70% travel across locations in Nigeria.

Reports to: VP C&I Business - Africa

Role Summary

Husk is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technical Design Engineer to lead and execute the site audits system design and technical development of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar energy projects ranging from 200kW to 10MW capacity. The role spans On-Grid Off-Grid and Hybrid energy systems covering the full solution lifecycle from feasibility through to implementation support.

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Assessments & Feasibility Studies

• Conduct physical site audits for rooftops carports and ground-mount solar installations.
• Assess existing electrical infrastructure energy demand profiles and client operations.
• Perform irradiance studies and shade analysis using industry-standard tools.
• Gather data to develop technical and financial feasibility reports.

2. System Design & Engineering

• Develop detailed solar PV system designs (On-Grid Off-Grid and Hybrid).
• Generate electrical drawings including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) layout plans and wiring schematics.
• Conduct energy yield simulations and performance modeling using PVsyst Helioscope or HOMER.
• Size and select system components: modules inverters batteries protection systems cabling and structures.
• Design integration with diesel generators and energy management systems (where applicable).

3. Technical Documentation & BOQ

• Prepare detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQs) equipment specifications and scope of work documentation.
• Provide technical support for proposals tenders and procurement.
• Ensure designs comply with Nigerian electrical standards and international codes (NEC IEC IEEE NERC etc.).

4. Project Support & Coordination

• Collaborate with Project Managers during execution phases: construction installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical clarification to vendors EPC partners and internal teams.
• Support the development of monitoring SCADA and data logging frameworks.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Attributes

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Renewable Energy or Power Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years experience in C&I solar project design (200kW to 10MW scale).
• Proven experience in On-Grid Off-Grid and Hybrid system design and delivery.
• Proficient in AutoCAD PVsyst Helioscope HOMER MS Excel and SLD creation.
• Solid knowledge of electrical system integration battery storage (Li-ion VRLA) and generator-PV sync.
• Familiarity with Nigerian Distribution Company (DisCo) interconnection policies and load regulations.
• Strong project ownership and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in field conditions.
• Flexibility to travel frequently across assigned project locations.
• COREN NSE membership nice to have.
• Solar PV design certification (e.g. GSES SEI or equivalent).
• HSE awareness or site safety certifications.

Additional Information :

Location and Travel

This role is based in Abuja Nigeria.

Salary

NGN 400000 to NGN 700000 Negotiable based on experience

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This description indicates the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification as well as the essential functions a person must be able to perform to do this job. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Husk Power Systems and its subsidiaries are equal-opportunity employers and make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. We hire without consideration of race colour religion citizenship political activity or affiliation marital status age national origin ancestry disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression sex or gender or any other basis protected by law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time