Thermal & Biomass Sales Engineer at Leap29

• My client possesses extensive expertise in renewable energy power engineering, construction and investment, particularly within developing markets. They operate as a developer, investor, and provider of renewable power assets in these regions.
• This role is to be based preferably in Nairobi (South Africa and other locations in Middle East and Africa may be considered), with frequent travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality feasibility studies to align technical requirements between client and supplier
• Collect data, review technical offers, and build proposals to support the business development process until handover for execution
• Prepare the technical appendix during the contract phase, including technical specifications, delivery commitments, responsibility matrix, and clear definition of battery limits between all parties
• Data collection and analysis
• Preliminary design and sizing
• Obtaining quotes and technical input from suppliers
• Clarification with suppliers and clients
• Budget preparation and inputs to the financial model
• Presentation preparation
• Defining battery limits and tie-in boundaries
• Initial layout concept design

Key Skills

• Engineering degree holder, preferably with Honours in Mechanical/Thermodynamic engineering from a reputable university
• Background in boilers and industrial heating and cooling processes
• Preferably previous experience in energy audits
• Minimum 5 years of experience in energy and environmental fields
• Experience in designing, sizing, and evaluating technical solutions for Biomass boiler, biogas digester, solar thermal, vapor absorption chiller, ammonia chiller, and biomass power plant
• Knowledge of biomass feedstocks and their impact on boiler combustion, emission control, and handling
• Holistic approach to client's needs, ability to identify potential solutions, and evaluate options with the business development team
• Strong presentation skills and English proficiency in corporate settings
• Direct interaction with clients necessitates excellent communication skills to ensure client requirements are met by supplier offers and project team can deliver on time
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant design software packages
• 3-5 years of experience as a sales engineer or similar role