Power and Energy Design Engineer job at NFT Consult Ltd | Apply Now

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years in telecom infrastructure, national grid systems, and alternative energy solutions.

• Experience in power systems design, maintenance, and software tools (e.g., RMS).

• Familiarity with Uganda’s regulatory environment for power systems.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of solar, hybrid, and grid-connected systems.

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Budget management and financial planning knowledge.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proficiency in English; knowledge of French is an added advantage.

• DRIVING: Possess a valid driver’s license.

• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills

• Ability to work and deliver under pressure

• Understanding and experience of Health & Safety guidelines, procedures and processes.

• An understanding of diversity and how it relates to the role.

• Culture: Ability to work in a community with diverse cultures and Races

• Ability to have a working Environment in a “Group” Organisational Culture and understand change management and Process and Procedures.

Key Performance Areas

• Power System Design and Standardization

• Develop and maintain design templates and standards for hybrid energy solutions (solar, grid, generator, batteries).

• Oversee the implementation of smart grid and energy management tools, including RMS, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency.

• Lead design optimization for energy systems, balancing cost-efficiency, scalability, and quality.

• Conduct feasibility studies for renewable energy integration, ensuring alignment with local regulations.

• Support tender and procurement processes by defining requirements and evaluating suppliers.

• Cost Optimization and Budget Control

• Identify opportunities to reduce energy costs through innovative technologies and efficient system designs.

• Monitor and manage energy-related budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.

• Analyse high fuel consumption sites and implement strategies to minimize dependency on generators.

• Regularly report on cost-saving initiatives and their impact on the P&L.

• Drive initiatives to lower energy costs, focusing on reducing high fuel consumption.

• SLA Compliance and Operational Support

• Ensure all power systems meet SLA requirements for uptime and reliability.

• Support the resolution of energy-related issues at critical sites, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Monitor compliance with SLA’s and ensure systems are maintained within budget.

• Vendor and Contractor Management

• Collaborate with the procurement team to define specifications, evaluate tenders, and onboard suppliers.

• Monitor vendor compliance with group standards and ensure timely delivery of services.

• Build and maintain relationships with local and international energy solution providers.

• Compliance and Governance

• Conduct regular audits of power infrastructure to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Develop governance processes to mitigate risks and enhance operational safety.

• Track and ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Team Collaboration and Capacity Building

• Work closely with local teams and Group to align energy solutions with organizational goals.

• Train and upskill local staff on the design, operation, and maintenance of power systems.

• Promote knowledge sharing and support continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

• Technology Innovation and Implementation

• Pilot and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance energy efficiency and reliability.

• Lead the deployment of renewable energy projects, including solar expansions and hybrid solutions.

• Explore and integrate smart solutions for real-time energy monitoring and optimization.

• Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish key metrics to monitor energy system performance across all sites.

• Prepare regular reports detailing system uptime, cost savings, and operational improvements.

• Use data-driven insights to recommend improvements and guide decision-making.

• KPA KPI’S

• Cost Efficiency: Reduce energy costs by 40% within the first year.

• SLA Adherence: Maintain system uptime above 99.95%.

• Compliance: Zero breaches of local regulations or group standards.

• Innovation: Integrate and Implementation of at least 1 new technology annually.

• Training Impact: 25% improvement in team performance scores post-training on new processes  and technologies

• SHERQ

• Ensure full compliance with SHERQ regulations by all stakeholders (Client, projects contractors, Client Uganda Operations)

• Quality control deliverables at the site

• Monitor and maintain the quality of the execution projects by performing in-process and final quality checks

• Ensure smooth site handover to the Operations and Maintenance section

• Enforce efforts and systems put in place to mitigate climate change

• Financial Management:

• Prepare and defend project BC approval

• Projects to be maintained within the approved BC price

• Variations, submitted for approvals if inevitable

• Support initial billing by the finance department

• Uganda Vehicle policy is adhered to at all times

• Avoid SLA breach penalties

• Teamwork

• Consideration

• Respect

• Support

• Self-directed

• Communication

• Organisational commitment

• Affective commitment

• Continuous commitment

• Obligation

• Loyalty

• Company goals