🔔 HIRING: Senior Civil Engineer at EM-ONE Energy Solutions Limited – NG

Role & Responsibilities

• Own design and validation of civil/structural/geotechnical aspects for PV, BESS, microgrids, and associated infrastructure (foundations, trenches, drainage, equipment pads, buildings).
• Develop structural designs for mounting systems, equipment enclosures, cable trenches, access roads, and related infrastructure.
• Conduct design reviews, site constructability assessments, and risk mitigation for civil works.
• Oversee geotechnical investigations and integrate results into engineering design.
• Provide mechanical arrangement and installation input for BESS enclosures and mechanical integration of energy storage equipment.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and local building codes.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, and BOQs.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers and project engineers to ensure interdisciplinary coordination and alignment.
• Anticipate design conflicts (structural loads, clearances, trench routing, etc.) and resolve them early through multidisciplinary coordination.
• Support construction activities, including site supervision, quality control, and contractor management.
• Identify and mitigate engineering risks, including structural reliability, soil stability, drainage, and thermal/mechanical performance of systems.
• Support procurement team with technical specifications and vendor evaluations (civil works contractors, material suppliers).
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian building codes, Eurocode, ACI, IEC, and local regulatory requirements.
• Ensure health, safety, and sustainability standards are embedded into all civil designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of EM-ONE’s engineering standards and practices.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Master’s in Structural Engineering preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in civil and structural design for infrastructure or energy projects.
• Proven experience in solar PV and/or BESS projects (utility-scale or large commercial).
• Prepare lightning protection system layouts using vendor simulations and specifications.
• Design earthing system layouts in compliance with vendor analysis and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of foundation design, geotechnical engineering, and structural analysis.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, and at least 3 other civil design software (like Civil 3D, STAAD Pro, ETABS, ASDIP, or similar tools).
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office package- Microsoft word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft power point and other necessary Microsoft office package.
• Practical knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and standards in emerging markets.
• Ability to manage deliverables across multiple projects and work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Professional Engineering License (COREN, NSE, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of international standards (Eurocodes, ACI, ASCE, IEC, etc.). as applicable.
• Hands-on field experience in African or similar developing market contexts

What We Offer
At EM-ONE, we believe in empowering our people as much as we empower communities. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Solid social and environmental impact mission (sustainable energy + increasing renewables to the energy transition)
• High impact role – you will feel your direct impact to the company and our mission
• Timing – we’re building systems to support our growth before it gets super busy and exciting in 2026
• Salary range: Competitive based on experience
• Benefits: full range of health & dental; education allowance and learning & development experiences; generous paid sick days & vacation.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and one page Cover Letter to: careers@emone.energy using “Application – Senior Civil Engineer – Abuja” as the subject of the email.