Commercial & Proposal Engineer at First Electric Power and Automation Services Limited

At First Electric Power and Automation Services Limited, we provide comprehensive solar energy solutions for both residential and commercial needs, from reliable rooftop installations to innovative pay-as-you-go energy services for underserved communities. 

Founded in May 2019 in Lagos, Nigeria, First Electric’s vision is to drive wide adoption of sustainable energy solution across Sub-Saharan Africa. Since its inception, it has quickly gained a reputation for delivering competitive solutions to customers by deploying state of the art solutions at affordable prices.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Commercial & Proposal Engineer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• The Proposal Engineer will support the Commercial Operations team in the technical and commercial development of solar EPC, Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS), mini-grid, and power infrastructure proposals.
• This role combines engineering support, proposal writing, system sizing, commercial analysis, and tender documentation.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Proposal Development:

• Support the design and sizing of solar PV, battery storage, and hybrid systems.
• Interpret load profiles and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Prepare technical solution concepts.
• Commercial & Financial Support
• Prepare cost estimates, pricing sheets, and financial models (ROI/payback).
• Coordinate vendor sourcing and pricing validation.
• Assist with margin analysis.

Tender & Documentation Management:

• Prepare RFQ/RFP responses and bid documentation.
• Maintain proposal templates and supporting documentation.
• Support post-award project handovers.

Coordination:

• Work closely with sales, engineering, and procurement teams.
• Participate in technical clarification meetings.
• Coordinate with OEMs and technical partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Energy Engineering with a strong background in Electrical Engineering, system design, and technical analysis for renewable energy projects. 
• 2–5 years of experience in solar EPC, power systems, or proposal engineering. 
• Strong understanding of Solar PV, BESS, inverters, and electrical distribution. 
• Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, and PowerPoint. 
• AutoCAD and Helioscope/PVsyst proficiency is an added advantage. 
• Proficiency in proposal preparation and proposal writing to develop detailed and competitive technical and commercial documents. 
• Experience in sales, with the ability to collaborate with teams and tailor solutions to meet customer needs. 
• Knowledge of procurement processes and cost management for project materials. 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and industry standards is an advantage. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Net salary range of N300,000 - N350,000 / Month
• HMO
• Pension
• 13th month salary

Application Closing Date
15th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: rhoda.dada@firstelectricco.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.