Weza Power is a privately owned & operated electricity distribution company in Burundi. It is working to connect 9 million people by providing electricity to residential & business customers across peri-urban and rural Burundi. Weza Power is the first new private-sector electricity distribution company operating at a national level in sub-Saharan Afric...
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Head of Substations and MV and LV Distribution Lines Engineering
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldEngineering / Technical 
JOB PURPOSE
- The position will provide electrical design of substation and distribution systems for capital projects and renovations of existing and new facilities, with a strong emphasis on integrating international standards and practices. He/she also will provide services to the department in the form of plan development, specification writing, estimating, field investigations and project management
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate the Design and development of electrical schematics, diagrams, and drawings using industry-standard software and tools.
- Coordinate technical and feasibility studies and draw up blueprints for MV lines, substations and other buildings that satisfy technical specifications
- Ensure the implementation of an accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including design specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
- Assess potential risks, materials and costs
- Ensure that designs comply with relevant safety and industry regulations.
- Compiling job specifications and supervising tendering procedures
- Conduct the preparation of contracts
- Monitor progress and compile reports in project status
- Comply with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc and deliver technical files and other technical documentation as required
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in electrical engineering to drive continuous improvement in our designs.
- Coordinate the preparation of the monthly report of operations activities
- Track, record and evaluate employee performance
- Coordinate and participate in the implementation of the security and environmental policy within the unit
- Manage the unit's OPEX budget and resources
- Participate in all other activities at the request of the hierarchy (seminar, budget conference, etc.)
- Organize continuity of service in the unit
- Incorporate international best practices in the design and execution of electrical substation and distribution line projects.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Proven working experience in electrical engineering
- Project management and supervision skills
- Proficiency in electrical design software.
- Strong knowledge of MV/LV lines and substation electrical components and their applications.
- Knowledge of MV/LV lines and substation design and layout.
- Knowledge of grid load flow, transient and short circuit analysis.
- Knowledge of distribution protection design
- Skilled with electrical simulation software and tools.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
- Experience with re-engineering existing assets to meet specific requirements and specifications.
- Write professional documents (reports, letters, meeting minutes, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to apply global standards and practices in substation and distribution line engineering.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as Electrical design Engineer or design Team Leader, Experience on network design with PLS CADD is an asset.
- Minimum of 2 years of international experience in electrical engineering or involvement in projects across multicultural environments.
Skills
- Thorough understanding of electrical engineering principles, practices, and tools.
- Proficient in computer-assisted design (CAD) and other design,
- Thorough understanding of safety regulations related to assigned projects.
- Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
- Ability to be both creative and analytical.
- Extremely detail-oriented and accurate.
- Solid math and analytical skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to meet tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Decision-making ability, conflict resolution.
- Use office tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)
- Use digital tools (Teams, Social networks, Skype, etc.)
Languages (Proficiency Level)
- French – Advanced (fluent in both written and spoken communication).
- English – Intermediate (proficient in both written and spoken communication).
- Kirundi – Basic (basic understanding or ability to communicate in common phrases).
WORKING CONDITIONS
- This position is predominantly performed in a professional office environment but may need to be performed in a field environment which includes exposure to environmental conditions (hot, cold, and inclement weather) chemicals, fumes or airborne particles. The role will primarily be performed in Bujumbura, Burundi.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position is primarily sedentary and must be able to lift and carry up to 10 kg.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
- Percentage of studies delivered within deadlines
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: info@wezapower.com using the position as subject of email.
