Head Technical (Renewable Energy)

A4&T Power is hiring a Head Technical (Renewable Energy) in Lagos, Nigeria. The role involves leading the technical department, overseeing solar PV projects from design to maintenance, ensuring compliance and high performance. Responsibilities include strategic leadership, project management, technical training, and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a B.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and 5–10 years of experience in the renewable energy sector.
Position: Head Technical
Location: Lagos
Reports To: Managing Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job brief
A4&T Power Solutions is seeking for Chief Technical Officer who will lead the technical function of the organization, providing strategic direction, engineering expertise, and operational oversight for all renewable energy (primarily solar PV) projects. The role is responsible for design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of solar systems, while ensuring high performance, compliance, and innovation across all technical operations.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Technical DepartmentDevelop and implement engineering standards, policies, and proceduresApply modern engineering techniques to solve complex technical challengesOversee design, installation, and maintenance of solar PV systemsValidate and present technical outputs, reports, and project documentationLead, supervise, and mentor engineering and technical teams
Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Engineering Oversight

• Lead solar resource assessments, feasibility studies, and performance evaluations
Supervise system design, optimization, and cost-efficiency improvementsProvide expert guidance on PV components (modules, inverters, trackers, etc.)Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee end-to-end solar project delivery (design to commissioning)
Manage technical resources for timely and quality project completionConduct site assessments and resolve technical risks or hazardsMonitor project progress through site visits and performance trackingSupervise grid connection works, grounding systems, and system testing

Installation & Maintenance Oversight

• Oversee installation, inspection, and maintenance of solar systems
Ensure proper weatherproofing and system durability standardsLead troubleshooting and technical issue resolutionSupervise service and maintenance teams for optimal system performance

Training & Capacity Development

• Design and deliver technical training programs for staff and partners
Develop training materials (manuals, presentations, assessments, etc.)Evaluate training effectiveness using KPIs and feedback mechanismsMaintain training records and curriculum database

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Serve as technical point of contact for clients and partners
Provide technical reports and progress updates to stakeholdersSupport business development through technical input and proposal developmentBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients and technical partners

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor industry trends and emerging renewable technologies
Drive innovation in system design and project deliveryEvaluate new technologies (solar, wind, biomass, etc.) for business application
Educational Qualifications & Experience
B.Eng. (Hons.) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related fieldProfessional certification in renewable energy or engineering (added advantage)Minimum of 5–10 years relevant experience in renewable energy/solar industry
-Proven experience in technical leadership and project execution
(KPI’s)


Project delivery timelines and completion rateSystem performance efficiency and uptimeReduction in technical faults and reworkTraining effectiveness and partner competency levelsClient satisfaction and technical support quality
-Compliance with safety and engineering standards
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application via this link: ://forms.gle/rCW9qwjxuFZz84iu8 and careers@a4tintegrated.com using Head Technical as the subject.