Technical Manager- Solar & Hybrid Systems
2026-01-08T07:39:41+00:00
Flexi Personnel Limited
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Consulting
Engineering
2026-01-11T17:00:00+00:00
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Vacancy title:
Technical Manager- Solar & Hybrid Systems
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Engineering]
Jobs at:
Flexi Personnel Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, January 11 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, January 8 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
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.
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Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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