Energy Storage Technician (IoT & Smart Energy Systems) at Sunhive Limited - 2 Openings

Sunhive Limited is a solar energy development and engineering company that focuses on providing solar solutions for productive ends. Our main focus is on the development and engineering of commercial solar photovoltaic power generation solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Energy Storage Technician (IoT & Smart Energy Systems)

Locations: Kano and Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking a skilled and passionate Energy Storage Technician to join our growing Battery Energy-as-a-Service (BEaaS) team.
• In this role, you will be at the forefront of deploying, monitoring, and optimising smart energy storage systems for commercial clients across Nigeria's urban centres, including Lagos, Abuja, and Kano.
• You will combine hands-on technical expertise in battery systems with strong IoT capabilities to deliver reliable, connected, and data-driven energy solutions that help our clients reduce grid dependence and energy costs.

Key Responsibilities
Installation & Commissioning:

• Install, commission, and maintain LiFePO4 and other lithium-ion battery energy storage systems for commercial clients.
• Configure battery management systems (BMS), inverters, and solar charge controllers.
• Conduct site assessments, cable routing, load analysis, and safety inspections.

IoT Integration &Smart Monitoring:

• Deploy and configure IoT sensors, gateways, and communication modules (MQTT, Modbus, RS485, CAN bus).
• Integrate energy storage systems with smart home and building management platforms (e.g., Home Assistant, KNX, Zigbee, Z-Wave).
• Set up real-time monitoring dashboards and automated alerts for system health, SOC, and energy flows.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues across cellular (4G/LTE), Wi-Fi, and LoRaWAN communication networks.

Operations &Maintenance:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on deployed BEaaS units across client sites.
• Monitor fleet performance remotely using SCADA or EMS platforms and respond to anomalies.
• Maintain accurate service records, cell-level data (internal resistance, SOH, capacity), and maintenance logs.

Client &Team Collaboration:

• Train clients on system operation, app interfaces, and basic troubleshooting procedures.
• Coordinate with the engineering and commercial teams to report field insights and improve product offerings.
• Support new client onboarding and participate in site surveys and feasibility assessments.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess an HND / Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience installing and maintaining battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Strong knowledge of LiFePO4 battery chemistry, BMS configuration, and cell-level diagnostics.
• Proficiency with IoT protocols: MQTT, Modbus (RTU/TCP), RS485, CANbus, or BACnet.
• Hands-on experience with smart home platforms (Home Assistant, Tuya, Shelly, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and wiring layouts.
• Familiarity with inverter brands common in the Nigerian market (Victron, SMA, Growatt, Deye).

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications: hr@sunhive.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.