• Application Deadline:
• Position: Chief Technical Officer ( Renewable Energy)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 6 - 7 years


• Location Lagos


• City Gbagada


• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  

Job Description

• As the Chief Technical Officer, you will be responsible for developing and executing the company’s technical strategy, ensuring that our products and services are designed and delivered tthe highest quality standards, and driving innovation and continuous improvement across the organization.


• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in leading technical teams, with a strong background in renewable energy systems and a deep understanding of the latest technologies and trends in the industry. They should be able ttranslate complex technical concepts intclear and concise language for non-technical stakeholders, and possess excellent communication and leadership skills

JOB DUTIES

• Develops and applies modern engineering techniques, concepts and approaches tcomplex engineering problems.


• Will provide technical guidance/training over a group and supervise engineering staff on projects of low tmedium complexity


• Will be responsible for developing, validating, and presenting specialist/technical output.


• Assemble, install, or maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems on roofs or other structures in compliance with site assessment and schematics.


• Will include measuring, cutting, assembling, and bolting structural framing and solar modules. May perform minor electrical work such as current checks.


• Set up professional Policies and Procedures for the department

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute tprojects for solar resource assessments, energy production estimates, performance assessments of operating projects, siting, performance testing, feasibility studies, new technology evaluation, component modeling, conceptual design, and strategic planning.


• Provide expert consultation on solar PV plant components such as modules, inverters, meteorological stations, and trackers.


• Supervision of solar PV design optimization for cost reduction and performance improvement, including for engineer-procure-construct (EPC) projects.


• Contribute tbusiness development with key clients including identification of key drivers, scoping, proposal development, and relationship management.


• The position will alsinclude exposure tother renewable technologies: biomass, wind, geothermal, hydro, etc.


• Through own knowledge and design, coordinate and lead training programs (outsourced or in-house) for on-boarding of our independent contractors/channel partners whare or want tbecome successful solar installation companies.


• With excellence in detail and design, develop and deliver high-impact learning through utilization of multi-media approaches tmaximize participation, effectiveness, comprehension and application.


• Create comprehensive, brilliant, yet simple training presentation materials including facilitator guides, participant guides, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, games, assessments, etc.


• Successfully navigate the important and complex relationships with our partners, which includes effectively mentoring individuals from executive staff tfield personnel on various matters from financial statements and cash flow management ttechnical aspects of our products.


• Assess instructional effectiveness and summarize evaluation reports determining the impact of training through KPIs assessed in training exit interviews our testing.


• Partner with senior level internal stakeholders and liaise with subject matter experts regarding instructional design results.


• Maintain updated curriculum database and training records approach and details.


• Assess the job site, identify and resolve any potential hazards


• Create or interpret the solar panel installation plans, mapping out the steps of the installation and where all of the components will be installed.


• Install, inspect, maintain and repair solar panel systems, including the solar collectors, concentrators, batteries, pumps, fans, or support structure.


• Supervise all electrical work needed tconnect solar system telectric grid. This includes proper grounding systems, controls and all testing necessary.


• Weatherproof the solar installation in accordance with local safety regulations and the specifications of the manufacturer.


• Management of staffing and resources required for on time solar project completion


• Perform regular check ins/site visits with on-site personnel ttrack project progress


• Serve as point of contact for customers & clients for each project


• Provide progress reports and regular updates tclients and senior management as required.


• Supervise service operations team in troubleshooting issues related tinstallation


• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested

SKILLS SET

• Awareness of the latest Solar market trends and shifts, as well as projections for the future


• Must Possess Project Management Skill


• Effective Team lead and Managerial Skill


• Evidence of ability tinnovate and implement change successfully


• Exceptional communication and presentation skills


• Proficient in the use autcad for project design.


• Experience in hybrid solar installation and verse knowledge in solar system design and installation


• Ability twork effectively in a fast-moving environment.


• Demonstrate both analytical and creative capabilities.


• Proven work experience as a trainer, training facilitator or coordinating multiple training events in a corporate setting.


• Proven ability tcomplete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate).


• Ability tmanage multiple projects while working under pressure and time constraints

Qualifications/ Education:

• B.Eng. (Hons.) Electrical/Electronics Engineering


• Professional certification in this field will be an added advantage


• Not less than 6-7 years working experience