Engineering Internships in Kenya (3 Posts)

Internship in Kenya

Rural Development Solutions is a leading provider of off grid power and energy solutions throughout the rural areas of Kenya.

We seek to invite applicants from suitably qualified individuals for the position of off-grid power engineering interns to be based in Ndhiwa, Kendu Bay and Rodi K’opany Towns in Homa Bay County, Kenya (3 positions).

Job Description
The job description of the off-grid power engineer will be as follows;

• Responsible for project records, documentation acceptance to customers
• Preparation of technical proposal reports and to establish document controls
• Designing of off-grid power solutions and other power systems including preparations of drawings and specifications, bill of quantities etc.
• Ensuring correct standards are maintained in the designs and implementation of projects mainly in off-grid and general earthworks
• Supervise construction of off-grid project installations
• Planning, directing, controlling operation and maintenance of off-grid installation works in the areas of operation
• Training of technical support staff and other officers working in the various project teams
• Evaluation of sub-contractor performance

Qualifications, experience and requirements:

• Must be in possession of either a Bachelor of Science degree or a Diploma in Electrical Engineering with Electrical Power/Electronics Option or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Prior experience and professional competence in planning and design of off grid power projects and familiarity with appropriate engineering and mapping software will be an added advantage
• Acute analytical skills as well as ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
• Be in possession of a clean driving license (Class B desirable)

Remuneration:
Interested candidates should submit their applications via e-mail toasunta.wangechi@rudeso.com indicating the position of the job applied for on the subject line with a detailed resume and a cover letter stating their current position, anticipated remuneration level, e-mail, contact address, telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach us on or before 7th February 2014.

The Office Manager,
Rural Development Solutions Limited,
P. O. Box 2000-00621,
Village Market,
Nairobi