Technical Lead (Energy) job at Summit Recruitment and Search Africa
New
Website :
Today
Linkedid Twitter Share on facebook
Technical Lead (Energy)
2025-12-19T12:20:07+00:00
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa
https://cdn.greatugandajobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_5713/logo/Summit%20Recruitment%20and%20Search%20Africa.png
FULL_TIME
 
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Consulting
Science & Engineering, Management, Energy & Mining
UGX
 
MONTH
2025-12-30T17:00:00+00:00
 
 
8

Key Responsibilities.

  • Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
  • Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
  • Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
  • Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
  • Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
  • Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
  • Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
  • Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
  • Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
  • Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.

Key Qualifications.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
  • Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
  • Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
  • Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.
  • Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
  • Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
  • Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
  • Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
  • Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
  • Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
  • Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
  • Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
  • Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
  • Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.
  • PVsyst
  • Helioscope
  • PVSOL
  • HOMER Pro
  • HOMER Grid
  • AutoCAD
  • Excel
  • DIgSILENT or ETAP
  • String and central inverters
  • Medium-voltage (MV) substations
  • BESS sizing and control systems
  • EPC contract scoping
  • Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development
  • Vendor due diligence
  • Uganda's interconnection and licensing processes
  • NEMA environmental requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
  • Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
  • Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
  • Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.
bachelor degree
84
JOB-694542f74dcf1

Vacancy title:
Technical Lead (Energy)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Science & Engineering, Management, Energy & Mining]

Jobs at:
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, December 30 2025

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, December 19 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Similar Jobs in Uganda
Learn more about Summit Recruitment and Search Africa
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa jobs in Uganda

JOB DETAILS:

Key Responsibilities.

  • Lead site assessments, energy yield analyses, and concept designs using tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or PVSOL.
  • Develop techno-economic models for PV + BESS and hybrid systems using HOMER Pro and/or HOMER Grid to evaluate dispatch strategies, diesel offset potential, system reliability, and tariff scenarios.
  • Produce single-line diagrams, system layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) using AutoCAD and Excel.
  • Conduct feasibility studies incorporating CAPEX/OPEX estimates, LCOE, performance ratios (PR), system losses, and sensitivity analyses.
  • Lead interconnection and permitting processes with regulatory bodies such as ERA, UMEME, UETCL, and local authorities; coordinate EIA submissions with NEMA as required.
  • Prepare and manage RFP processes for EPC contractors and key suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial bids, and lead clarification and contract award stages.
  • Oversee HSE and ESMS compliance on-site, ensuring strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
  • Set up monitoring and SCADA systems, define performance ratio and availability guarantees, and ensure smooth handover to O&M with complete documentation.
  • Support commercial teams by contributing to the technical sections of proposals, PPAs, lease agreements, and customer workshops.
  • Build, mentor, and lead a small technical team, while managing external engineering consultants for grid studies and BESS system sizing.

Key Qualifications.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in the solar PV industry, with a proven track record in delivering C&I portfolios and serving as Technical Lead on projects totaling at least 10 MW.
  • Strong proficiency in PVsyst and HOMER Pro for hybrid PV + BESS + genset modeling, including analysis of reliability and economic performance metrics.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and experienced with at least one grid or protection analysis tool, such as DIgSILENT or ETAP.
  • Solid working knowledge of string and central inverters, medium-voltage (MV) substations, and BESS sizing and control systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in EPC contract scoping, Bill of Quantities (BoQ) development, and vendor due diligence.
  • Familiarity with Uganda’s interconnection and licensing processes and NEMA environmental requirements.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Application Link: Click Here to Apply Now

 

All Jobs | QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION

Job Info
Job Category: Technician jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, December 30 2025
Duty Station: Kampala | Kampala
Posted: 19-12-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 19-12-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
Apply Now
Notification Board

Join a Focused Community on job search to uncover both advertised and non-advertised jobs that you may not be aware of. A jobs WhatsApp Group Community can ensure that you know the opportunities happening around you and a jobs Facebook Group Community provides an opportunity to discuss with employers who need to fill urgent position. Click the links to join. You can view previously sent Email Alerts here incase you missed them and Subscribe so that you never miss out.

Caution: Never Pay Money in a Recruitment Process.

Some smart scams can trick you into paying for Psychometric Tests.