Engineering

Electrical Test Engineer

SunCulture Kenya Ltd·Nanyuki, kenya·Full Time·Internship
EngineeringFull TimeInternship
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Roles & Responsibilities

  • Design, execute, and document comprehensive test plans for prototype and commercial hardware and firmware systems.
  • Collaborate with R&D and product design teams to test, debug, and validate control implementations in real-world environment settings.
  • Perform hardware probing, board-level testing, and firmware flashing (ESP32, Atmel AVR, NRF series) using specialized diagnostic tools, multimeters, and oscilloscopes.
  • Conduct flow, power, and efficiency testing on solar water pumps and power systems to ensure strict performance compliance.
  • Identify hardware defects and firmware bugs, conduct root-cause analysis, and maintain prioritized issue tracking logs and release notes.
  • Maintain complete technical documentation, changelogs, and device history records across pilot and production phases.
  • Communicate test findings clear and concisely to engineering teams and key stakeholders via reports and technical presentations.
  • Provide escalated technical support for field pilots and lead knowledge transfer/training to operations and support teams during commercial launch.

Does This Sound Like You?

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in testing embedded hardware and firmware systems.
  • Proficiency in reading PCB schematics, probing circuits, and operating equipment like oscilloscopes and multimeters (Eagle CAD experience is a plus).
  • Solid understanding of solar energy systems, DC/DC converter topologies, and off-grid solar hardware design considerations.
  • Demonstrated ability to log, track, and troubleshoot firmware bugs on microcontrollers (ESP32, Atmel AVR, NRF51/52).
  • Experience working in the off-grid solar or solar water pumping sector is strongly preferred.
  • T2/T3 class license from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is a plus.
  • Strong analytical, root-cause troubleshooting, and task prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to convey technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Familiarity or hands-on experience with emerging AI tools, machine learning applications, or AI-driven research and testing methods is a strong plus.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MA

At a glance

Company

SunCulture Kenya Ltd

Location

Nanyuki, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 20, 2026