Technical Lead (Energy) job at Summit Recruitment and Search Africa
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Posted date: 2025-Dec-20
Location: Kampala
Technical Lead (Energy) 2025-12-19T12:20:07+00:00 Summit Recruitment and Search Africa https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_5713/logo/Summit%20Recruitment%20and%20Search%20Africa.png https://www.ugashare.com/jobs/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Consulting Science & Engineering, Management, Energy & Mining 2025-12-30T17:00:00+00:00 8 Key Responsibilities. - Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
- Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
- Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
- Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
- Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
- Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
- Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
- Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
- Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
- Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.
Key Qualifications. - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
- Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
- Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
- Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
- Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.
- Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
- Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
- Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
- Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
- Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
- Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
- Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
- Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
- Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
- Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.
- PVsyst
- Helioscope
- PVSOL
- HOMER Pro
- HOMER Grid
- AutoCAD
- Excel
- DIgSILENT or ETAP
- String and central inverters
- Medium-voltage (MV) substations
- BESS sizing and control systems
- EPC contract scoping
- Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development
- Vendor due diligence
- Uganda's interconnection and licensing processes
- NEMA environmental requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
- Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
- Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
- Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
- Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.
JOB-694542f74dcf1 Vacancy title:
Technical Lead (Energy) Jobs at:
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, December 30 2025 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Friday, December 19 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Key Responsibilities. - Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
- Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
- Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
- Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
- Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
- Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
- Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
- Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
- Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
- Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.
Key Qualifications. - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
- Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
- Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
- Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
- Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 84 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure Application Link: Click Here to Apply Now
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