Field Operations Engineer

Skills and Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field, such as Structural or Construction Engineering.
  
• 3+ years of experience in civil or construction project delivery.
  
• Experience in industries such as construction, agritech hardware, greenhouse manufacturing, renewable energy, WASH infrastructure, or steel fabrication.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (required).
  
• Proficiency in SketchUp (required).
  
• Experience using Excel for Bill of Quantities (BQ) preparation and procurement tracking (required).
  
• Familiarity with MS Project (preferred).
  
• A valid driving licence.
  
• Demonstrated experience sourcing structural or industrial materials such as steel, GI pipes, polycarbonate, polythene, mesh, and similar materials.
  
• Willingness to travel frequently within Kenya and to Uganda/Ghana.
  

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BQs), structural drawings, and site layouts for Smart Solar Dryer and Smart Greenhouse civil works using AutoCAD and SketchUp
  
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for all raw materials required to build dryers, drying racks, greenhouse structures, and civil works — including galvanised steel, GI pipes, polycarbonate/UV glazing, UV-treated polythene film, mesh, shade nets, and structural hardware
  
• Negotiate supplier pricing and terms; build and maintain a vetted supplier register with quality benchmarks, lead times, and cost comparisons
  
• Manage procurement cycles — raise LPOs, track deliveries, inspect incoming materials for quality compliance, and reject non-conforming goods
  
• Plan and manage end-to-end deployment logistics for Smart Solar Dryers and Smart Greenhouses across Kenya, Uganda, and Ghana
  
• Recruit, onboard, and manage field technicians and casual labourers for deployment and maintenance assignments
  
• Manage subcontractors and vendors: scope definition, contract execution, performance monitoring, and payment certification
  
• Conduct client onboarding at deployment sites — including asset commissioning, handover documentation, and initial operator training
  
• Own asset tracking and maintain accurate field records for all deployed hardware across all markets
  
• Enforce and manage warranty obligations — log defects, coordinate repairs, manage spare parts inventory, and escalate unresolved issues