About the Role
Jaza Energy, a leading last-mile energy company building solar charging stations and renting batteries in off-grid communities, is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join our expanding team in Benin, Edo State. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in maintaining robust technical systems to guarantee uninterrupted power and optimal energy uptime across our regional hubs. This position requires significant travel within Nigeria and offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment dedicated to increasing energy access.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure energy uptime and power availability at sites by monitoring systems and quickly diagnosing and solving technical issues.
- Support the setup of new hubs, ensure connectivity, and perform routine hub energy system maintenance through on-site visits or remote troubleshooting.
- Oversee the installation and configuration of solar panels, electrical wiring, and associated equipment.
- Collaborate with local teams and data analysts to diagnose and resolve complex technical challenges.
- Document field activities and maintain accurate inventory records of hub equipment and product components.
- Prepare regular reports on hub health and technical issues for submission to the Regional Service Engineer.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, supplemented by strong hands-on experience.
- 2 to 3 years of technical or engineering experience within the renewable energy, telecommunications, or related sectors.
- Demonstrated expertise in solar design, solar installation, solar inverter maintenance, electrical installation, and electrical design.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strict commitment to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools, MS Office suite, and Google Workspace products.
- Tech-savvy, eager to learn, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
- Work on challenging, high-impact problems that directly improve energy access in off-grid communities.
- Join Jaza Energy during an exciting phase of rapid national and global growth.
- Collaborate with a diverse, global team spread across Canada, China, Tanzania, New York, and Nigeria.
- Thrive in an inclusive and supportive work culture that values every team member regardless of background.