Thermal Delivery Engineer

Our client is a major investor in renewable energy infrastructure, delivering innovative, technology-agnostic solutions - including thermal, solar, battery storage, and biomass - to commercial and industrial clients across Africa and the Middle East.

They are seeking a Thermal Delivery Engineer to lead the technical delivery of thermal energy projects across Africa. The role covers the full project lifecycle - from pre-construction to commissioning and post-delivery support - with a strong focus on solid-fired power and steam generation systems.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position requiring deep technical expertise, experience managing complex projects in emerging markets, and a passion for driving decarbonisation across the region.

Education Requirements

Engineering degree (preferably with Honours in Mechanical/Thermodynamic Engineering) from a reputable university

Experience Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the renewable Thermal industry in Africa
• Proven experience with solid-fired power plants/CHP plants (minimum 1MW) and solid-fired steam boiler projects (minimum 6t/h)
• Minimum 7 years' experience as a design engineer for Thermal power plants

Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

• Collaborate with Business Development Teams across markets to develop and deliver innovative and complex decarbonisation solutions for clients
• Review and assist in updating standard technical contract documentation
• Review tender proposals and technical specifications
• Identify and work with key vendors in each country
• Prepare scopes of work and manage third-party consultants
• Guide construction partners through technical specifications and provide training as needed
• Conduct site visits to assess technical risks
• Engage with clients' technical teams
• Review engineering drawings and documentation from vendors to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Lead HSE and design safety reviews

Construction and Commissioning

• Manage technical delivery of projects with the Project Manager
• Oversee design by vendors, contractors, and third-party consultants
• Manage technical interfaces and relationships with external consultants
• Lead internal technical team on each project
• Ensure compliance with PPA and technical requirements
• Support implementation of QA/QC plans and acceptance testing
• Conduct regular site visits and manage technical compliance during construction
• Supervise construction partners' technical teams and ensure commissioning processes meet internal standards
• Ensure all technical documentation aligns with internal requirements
• Assess plant performance against PPA and vendor obligations
• Oversee O&M technical obligations of partners and contractors
• Conduct project debriefs and provides feedback to the internal technical team

Reporting

• Fulfill internal reporting and management requirements
• Provide regular project updates and briefings

As a lean organisation, team members are expected to contribute beyond their core responsibilities, including involvement in project development, sales, reporting, and administrative tasks.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team player
• Excellent written English; additional African languages an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant design software
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Strong understanding of the technical aspects of Thermal markets

Our client is a major investor in renewable energy infrastructure, delivering innovative