Field Engineer

Blueprint Group Africa is working with our client in the renewable energy sector to recruit for a FIELD ENGINEER.

Your role as Field Engineer will include:

Project

• Lead in assembling solar modules and solar racks.
• Identify, electrical, environmental, and safety hazards associated with PV and related power installations and proffers mitigation measures.
• Lead in setting up ladders, loading/unloading equipment, and other safety equipment.
• Maintain and secure installation tools and ensure proper housekeeping on clients site.
• Interpret electrical drawings and assemble electrical components based on specification.
• Create electrical schematics drawing and layout in AutoCAD and related CAD software.
• Lead in installing electrical cable conduits and cables.

Service

• Performing routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance of solar and related power installations.
• Writing maintenance and event reports.
• Resolves site issues remotely and through site visits.
• Advises manager of any issues that arise on site or customer concerns.
• Trains client on how to operate and optimally use the system.
• Ensures customer satisfaction.

Sales Engineering

• Conducting site and energy audit.
• Install Energy meter and routers on clients sites.

General

• Implement standard operating procedures and HSE standards for solar installation work.
• Review technological trends in the local and global energy sector.
• Any other activities, as may be communicated by the Company from time to time.

Requirements

• Electrical engineer with relevant certifications
• Technical skillset preferably in solar power (or other power sector)
• Proven at least 1 year experience leading projects for tier 1 commercial and industrial clients
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Self-starter/initiator

NB: The client is looking to fill this role ASAP.