Inuka is working with a leading international renewable energy company to recruit a Senior Technical Manager based in Nairobi, Kenya or Lagos, Nigeria, with regular travel expected to project sites. This is a senior leadership opportunity to oversee the technical development and delivery of renewable energy and infrastructure projects, from early-stage feasibility and design through procurement and handover to construction. The role will also involve building and leading engineering and strategic procurement functions across emerging markets.
Responsibilities:
Take end-to-end technical ownership of projects, from feasibility assessments and preliminary design through detailed engineering and handover to construction.
Lead technical assessments, system sizing, energy yield estimates and CAPEX/OPEX pricing to support project proposals and commercial decisions.
Oversee project development engineering, including site assessments, grid studies, technical specifications and design reviews.
Lead EPC, OEM and equipment procurement, including tendering, technical and commercial evaluations, contract negotiations and supplier selection.
Manage technical and commercial aspects of EPC, equipment supply and O&M contracts, including warranties, performance guarantees and risk allocation.
Establish engineering standards, procurement processes and technical governance frameworks to support scalable project delivery.
Build and lead engineering and procurement teams, working closely with cross-functional stakeholders and representing the organisation in senior technical discussions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Energy Engineering, or a related discipline.
10 - 15 years of experience in energy or infrastructure engineering and/or procurement, including at least 5 years in a senior technical leadership role.
Proven experience delivering solar PV, BESS and hybrid power projects, including large-scale projects of 10MW+.
Strong understanding of MV/LV distribution networks, grid integration, engineering design and project development.
Hands-on experience with EPC/OEM procurement, technical-commercial evaluations, contract negotiations and supplier management.
Proficiency in engineering software such as PVsyst, HOMER, HelioScope, ETAP/DIgSILENT PowerFactory or AutoCAD.
At least 3 years of team management experience, with exposure to Sub-Saharan Africa or other emerging markets highly desirable.
Strong commercial judgement, stakeholder management and communication skills. French proficiency is an advantage.