Operations and Maintenance Engineer - Solar PV(Abuja)

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of the company’s power projects to maintain peak performance.

Monitor system performance, analyze data, and promptly troubleshoot faults to minimize downtime.

Develop and implement Maintenance Job Routines (MJRs) and work packets.

Conduct routine inspections, testing, and scheduled maintenance to ensure equipment efficiency and reliability.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, spare parts inventory, and equipment performance.

Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software issues in solar power systems.

Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement improvement initiatives.

Conduct energy calculations, inspections, and performance analysis to enhance system efficiency.

Prepare and execute system performance improvement plans.

Ensure all maintenance activities meet the client's HSE requirements and comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including NEC (National Electrical Code) and OSHA standards.

Actively identify, mitigate, and close out safety hazards during maintenance activities.

Collaborate with service contractors to ensure efficient vendor-based maintenance tasks.

Supervise on-site inspections, repairs, and specialized services.

Prepare and submit performance reports, incident records, and maintenance documentation.

Evaluate current operating and maintenance procedures, providing recommendations for improvement.

Undertake assignments aimed at process optimization and enhanced system reliability.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar PV operations and maintenance.

Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, inverters, and transformers.

Expertise in troubleshooting, energy calculations, and system optimization.

COREN Registered Engineer (preferred).

Relevant certifications (e.g., Mini-Grid Design, SPVIS, NAPTIN).

Membership in professional associations like the NSE, NEMSA, NIPE etc.

Excellent problem-solving and team management abilities.

Proficiency in root cause analysis and system performance optimization.

Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.