Electrical Site Technician / Engineer

Africa Personnel Services (APS)
Published
September 30, 2025
Location
Windhoek, Namibia
Category
Job Type
For more information please dial +264 83 337 4630 and ask for recruiter:
Valencia Katjerungu

Description

Our client is seeking a Electrical Site Technician / Engineer. This role requires the Electrical Site Technician / Engineer to provide on-site technical supervision, quality assurance, and engineering support for the construction and commissioning of a large-scale Solar Photovoltaic (PV) power project.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and inspect all on-site electrical works, including PV arrays, DC/AC wiring, MV/HV systems, substations, and SCADA.
  • Ensure compliance with design specifications, international codes (IEC, IEEE, NEC), and local regulations.
  • Conduct QA/QC inspections, review technical submittals, and verify material quality.
  • Provide field engineering support, resolve technical issues, and interpret electrical drawings.
  • Oversee testing, commissioning, and system integration of inverters, switchgear, transformers, and monitoring systems.
  • Monitor site safety (LOTO, arc flash protection) and ensure progress aligns with project schedules.
  • Collaborate with civil, mechanical, and project management teams to integrate works across disciplines.

Requirements

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or National Diploma + 2 years’ experience.
  • Minimum 5 years in design, construction, or commissioning of utility-scale solar PV projects.
  • Strong knowledge of PV system design, MV/HV equipment, and international codes.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD/PVsyst and experience with BESS or grid integration (advantageous).
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Contract: 6 months.

Closing date: 14 October 2025

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