Technical Design Engineer, C&I Solar at Husk Power Systems Nigeria Limited

Husk is one of the world’s leading rural energy providers. We provide low-cost and reliable power to rural households and businesses, entirely from renewable energy sources. Powering economic possibilities in every village is at the heart of everything we do.

We design, build and operate the lowest cost hybrid (solar and biomass) power plant and distribution network in India and Africa. To date, Husk has provided electricity to over 15,000 homes and business, reducing 95,000 tonnes of CO2. Our aim is to provide 30MW of power to 225,000 customers by 2025, and save 350,000 tonnes of CO2 each year.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Design Engineer, C&I Solar

Location: Abuja
Reports to: VP C&I Business - Africa
Division / Function:  Commercial & Industrial (C&I)

Role Summary

• Husk is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technical Design Engineer to lead and execute the site audits, system design, and technical development of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar energy projects ranging from 200kW to 10MW capacity.
• The role spans On-Grid, Off-Grid, and Hybrid energy systems, covering the full solution lifecycle from feasibility through to implementation support.

Key Responsibilities
Site Assessments & Feasibility Studies:

• Conduct physical site audits for rooftops, carports, and ground-mount solar installations.
• Assess existing electrical infrastructure, energy demand profiles, and client operations.
• Perform irradiance studies and shade analysis using industry-standard tools.
• Gather data to develop technical and financial feasibility reports.

System Design & Engineering:

• Develop detailed solar PV system designs (On-Grid, Off-Grid, and Hybrid).
• Generate electrical drawings including Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), layout plans, and wiring schematics.
• Conduct energy yield simulations and performance modeling using PVsyst, Helioscope, or HOMER.
• Size and select system components: modules, inverters, batteries, protection systems, cabling, and structures.
• Design integration with diesel generators and energy management systems (where applicable).

Technical Documentation & BOQ:

• Prepare detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQs), equipment specifications, and scope of work documentation.
• Provide technical support for proposals, tenders, and procurement.
• Ensure designs comply with Nigerian electrical standards and international codes (NEC, IEC, IEEE, NERC, etc.).

Project Support & Coordination:

• Collaborate with Project Managers during execution phases: construction, installation, and commissioning.
• Provide technical clarification to vendors, EPC partners, and internal teams.
• Support the development of monitoring, SCADA, and data logging frameworks.

Qualifications
Required Skills and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Renewable Energy, or Power Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in C&I solar project design (200kW to 10MW scale).
• Proven experience in On-Grid, Off-Grid, and Hybrid system design and delivery.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, HOMER, MS Excel, and SLD creation.
• Solid knowledge of electrical system integration, battery storage (Li-ion, VRLA), and generator-PV sync.
• Familiarity with Nigerian Distribution Company (DisCo) interconnection policies and load regulations.
• Strong project ownership and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in field conditions.
• Flexibility to travel frequently across assigned project locations.
• COREN, NSE membership nice to have.
• Solar PV design certification (e.g. GSES, SEI, or equivalent).
• HSE awareness or site safety certifications.

Benefits

• Salary: N400,000 - N700,000 monthly.
• Husk offers flexible working conditions with employee benefits that are in line with global best practices.
• These include clear career growth planning, transparent annual review processes that are gender inclusive, maternity, and paternity leave, gender-inclusive workplace conditions, family health insurance, and frequent training to assist the employees to grow in and to the next roles.
• Husk does not believe in micromanagement and encourages its employees to have a healthy work-life balance hence giving them the freedom to manage their workload to be compatible with their life.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• This description indicates the general nature and level of the qualifications and duties required of employees in this job classification, as well as the essential functions a person must be able to perform to do this job.
• It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
• Husk Power Systems and its subsidiaries are equal-opportunity employers and make employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
• We hire without consideration of race, colour, religion, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law.