Details of Electrical Engineer – Solar Energy Systems
About the institution
| Name | Goodlight Energy Ltd |
| City | Mogadishu |
| Job Requirement | Job
description Terms
of Reference (ToR) Position: Electrical
Engineer – Solar Energy Systems Organization: Goodlight
Energy Ltd Location: Somalia
(with travel to project sites) Type: Full-Time Duration: 12
months (with possible extension) Deadline
to Apply: 10/06/2025 1.About
Goodlight Energy Ltd Goodlight
Energy Ltd is a leading renewable energy company in Somalia, providing clean,
affordable, and sustainable solar energy solutions for businesses, communities,
and institutions. Our services include solar home systems, commercial solar
installations, and off-grid mini-grids. We are committed to empowering
communities through reliable energy access. 2.
Purpose of the Role We
are hiring a skilled Electrical Engineer with solar energy experience to lead
the design, planning, and execution of our solar projects. The engineer will
manage a technical team, interact with clients, and ensure all systems meet
quality, safety, and performance standards. Top
Somali recruiters 3.
Key Responsibilities Lead
the design of solar PV systems (off-grid, hybrid, or grid-tied). Conduct
site visits, load analysis, and system sizing. Meet
clients to assess their energy needs and recommend appropriate solar solutions. Create
technical drawings, system layouts, and single-line diagrams. Use
software tools like AutoCAD, PVsyst, or Helioscope for system simulations. Supervise
installations, testing, and commissioning. Prepare
technical reports, BOQs, and project documentation. Train
and guide technicians. Ensure
compliance with safety and international electrical standards (IEC, NEC). Support
maintenance and after-sales service. Skills
and qualifications Bachelor’s
degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Master’s preferred). Minimum
2 years of experience in solar PV systems. Strong
knowledge of battery systems, inverters, and protection devices. Proficient
in design tools (AutoCAD, PVsyst, etc.). Excellent
leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. Ability
to explain technical solutions clearly to clients. Willingness
to travel and work in remote locations. Certifications
in solar energy are an asset. 5.
Reporting Line Reports
directly to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO), and works closely with the
project and installation teams. 6.
Contract & Benefits Duration:
[12 months, renewable based on performance] Salary:
Competitive and based on qualifications Other
benefits: Travel and accommodation where applicable. How
to apply Interested
and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents: An
updated CV A
cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the role Three
professional references Please
send your application to hr@goodlightenergy.com with the subject
line: Application
– Electrical Engineer – Solar Energy Systems Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply
to hr@goodlightenergy.com |
| Member Since | May 26,2025 |
| Last Worked | May 26,2025 |
| Open Job By Goodlight Energy Ltd | 3 |
Job Requirement
Job
description
Terms
of Reference (ToR)
Position: Electrical
Engineer – Solar Energy Systems
Organization: Goodlight
Energy Ltd
Location: Somalia
(with travel to project sites)
Type: Full-Time
Duration: 12
months (with possible extension)
Deadline
to Apply: 10/06/2025
1.About
Goodlight Energy Ltd
Goodlight
Energy Ltd is a leading renewable energy company in Somalia, providing clean,
affordable, and sustainable solar energy solutions for businesses, communities,
and institutions. Our services include solar home systems, commercial solar
installations, and off-grid mini-grids. We are committed to empowering
communities through reliable energy access.
2.
Purpose of the Role
We
are hiring a skilled Electrical Engineer with solar energy experience to lead
the design, planning, and execution of our solar projects. The engineer will
manage a technical team, interact with clients, and ensure all systems meet
quality, safety, and performance standards.
Top
Somali recruiters
3.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
the design of solar PV systems (off-grid, hybrid, or grid-tied).
Conduct
site visits, load analysis, and system sizing.
Meet
clients to assess their energy needs and recommend appropriate solar solutions.
Create
technical drawings, system layouts, and single-line diagrams.
Use
software tools like AutoCAD, PVsyst, or Helioscope for system simulations.
Supervise
installations, testing, and commissioning.
Prepare
technical reports, BOQs, and project documentation.
Train
and guide technicians.
Ensure
compliance with safety and international electrical standards (IEC, NEC).
Support
maintenance and after-sales service.
Skills
and qualifications
Bachelor’s
degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Master’s preferred).
Minimum
2 years of experience in solar PV systems.
Strong
knowledge of battery systems, inverters, and protection devices.
Proficient
in design tools (AutoCAD, PVsyst, etc.).
Excellent
leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Ability
to explain technical solutions clearly to clients.
Willingness
to travel and work in remote locations.
Certifications
in solar energy are an asset.
5.
Reporting Line
Reports
directly to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO), and works closely with the
project and installation teams.
6.
Contract & Benefits
Duration:
[12 months, renewable based on performance]
Salary:
Competitive and based on qualifications
Other
benefits: Travel and accommodation where applicable.
How
to apply
Interested
and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:
An
updated CV
A
cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest in the role Three
professional references
Please
send your application to hr@goodlightenergy.com with the subject
line:
Application
– Electrical Engineer – Solar Energy Systems
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply
to hr@goodlightenergy.com