Vehicle Technician Electrical

About Zeno

An unprecedented energy transition has begun. To meet 2040 net zero goals, over 2 billion electric two-wheelers (motorcycles) must be sold and $11 trillion in fuel consumption replaced. Zeno is building a tech platform to electrify this two-wheeler market, currently responsible for more than 4% of the world’s GHG emissions. Our mission is to accelerate the energy transition and democratize the benefits across Africa, India, and Latin America. With a focus on East Africa as a starting point, Zeno is building a new energy ecosystem with ground-up development of a fundamentally better electric motorcycle and associated battery swap network to drive a better experience for our customers.

The Role

Zeno is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Vehicle Technician, Electrical to support the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of Zeno's Electrical Motorcycle. This role requires strong hands-on expertise in both electrical and mechanical systems, with the ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Technical Support: Diagnose and troubleshoot advanced electrical and mechanical issues in Zeno's electric motorcycles.
  
• Assembly & Commissioning: Lead the assembly, functional checks, and commissioning of electric motorcycles to ensure they meet performance and safety standards.
  
• Preventative Maintenance: Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules to ensure optimal motorcycle performance and reliability.
  
• Field Support: Provide on-site technical support for motorcycles in the field, including inspections, repairs, and performance optimizations.
  
• Team Leadership: Mentor and train junior technicians, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, technical issues, and corrective actions related to the motorcycles.
  
• Customer Interaction: Collaborate with early test customers and provide technical support to address motorcycle-related concerns.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and provide feedback to engineering and product development teams to enhance motorcycle performance.
  

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in both electrical and mechanical systems, preferably within the automotive or EV sectors.
  
• Proven expertise in diagnosing complex technical issues in electric motorcycles and implementing effective solutions.
  
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including wiring, control units, and power management specific to EV motorcycles.
  
• Proficiency in mechanical systems related to motorcycle assembly, suspension, drivetrain, and brake systems.
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Willingness to travel to various Zeno areas of sales and operation across Uganda.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
  
• Company sponsored healthcare plan
  
• Join a world class team of engineers, operators, and entrepreneurs from across the globe who are part of the inevitable trillion-dollar transition of two-wheelers to electric!