Technical Officer - Renewable Energy

Job Description

Title: Technical Officer - Renewable Energy

Company Name: Blue Planet Initiative

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 25 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor's or Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.

• A Master's or Bachelor degree in Renewable Energy, Sustainable Energy, Energy Systems, Climate Change, Environmental Engineering, or a related field will be considered an advantage.

• Professional certification in solar PV design, installation, or energy management will be an added advantage.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Age At least 25 years

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in renewable energy, clean energy, electrical engineering, or climate resilience projects.

• Demonstrated experience in the design, installation, operation, or monitoring of renewable energy systems.

• Experience working with NGOs, INGOs, government agencies, development partners, engineering firms, or consulting organizations is desirable.

• Experience in community-based renewable energy projects and rural energy access initiatives is preferred.

• Familiarity with donor-funded projects and technical reporting requirements is an advantage.

Required Technical Competencies

• Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems

• Mini-grid and off-grid renewable energy systems

• Battery energy storage systems

• Energy efficiency technologies

• Electrical system design and load analysis

• Renewable energy feasibility assessment

• Engineering drawings and technical documentation

• Energy auditing and performance monitoring

• Occupational health and safety standards

• Environmental and social safeguards

Core Skills

• Strong engineering and analytical skills

• Excellent technical report writing and documentation

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting

• Project planning and coordination

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills

• Good command of written and spoken English and Bangla

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software (such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, ETAP, or similar tools) will be an advantage.

Preferred Knowledge

• Bangladesh Renewable Energy Policy and relevant energy sector regulations

• Sustainable and Renewable Energy Development Authority (SREDA) guidelines

• Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) regulations

• National and international electrical standards

• Climate finance and clean energy initiatives

• Results-Based Management (RBM), Logical Framework Approach (LFA), and donor reporting requirements

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and high-quality implementation of renewable energy projects.

• Number and quality of technical assessments and feasibility studies completed.

• Compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.

• Performance and operational efficiency of installed renewable energy systems.

• Timeliness and quality of technical reports and documentation.

• Number of technical training sessions conducted and stakeholders trained.

• Effective coordination with government agencies, technical partners, and contractors.

• Contribution to research publications, policy briefs, and technical knowledge products.

• Achievement of project outputs, outcomes, and donor technical requirements.

• Reports To: Research and Implementation Manager

• Duty Station: Dhaka with frequent travel to project locations throughout Bangladesh.

• Project Duration: 12 months (May be extended)

Job Purpose:

The Technical Officer – Renewable Energy will provide technical leadership and implementation support for Blue Planet Initiative (BPI)'s renewable energy, climate resilience, clean energy transition, and sustainable development programs. The position will support the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of renewable energy projects, conduct technical assessments, provide engineering guidance, and ensure compliance with national and international technical standards.

The Technical Officer will work closely with government agencies, development partners, research institutions, private sector actors, consultants, and local communities to promote decentralized renewable energy solutions, energy efficiency, and climate-smart technologies. The role will also contribute to research, policy advocacy, capacity building, and knowledge management to support Bangladesh's transition toward a low-carbon and resilient energy future.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Planning and Project Implementation

• Provide technical leadership for the planning, design, implementation, and supervision of renewable energy projects.

• Support the development and deployment of decentralized renewable energy systems including solar photovoltaic (PV), solar irrigation, mini-grids, rooftop solar, battery storage, and other clean energy technologies.

• Prepare technical specifications, Bills of Quantities (BoQs), engineering designs, and implementation plans.

• Review engineering drawings, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.

• Ensure all technical activities comply with national regulations, engineering standards, and donor requirements.

2. Technical Assessments and Feasibility Studies

• Conduct technical site assessments and renewable energy resource assessments.

• Carry out feasibility studies for renewable energy installations in rural, urban, coastal, and climate-vulnerable areas.

• Assess technical, environmental, social, and economic viability of proposed interventions.

• Support energy demand assessments and load analysis for community and institutional facilities.

• Prepare feasibility reports with technical recommendations and cost estimates.

3. Installation, Supervision, and Quality Assurance

• Monitor installation, commissioning, and operation of renewable energy systems.

• Supervise contractors, consultants, vendors, and installation teams.

• Conduct quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.

• Identify technical risks and recommend corrective actions.

• Ensure adherence to occupational health, safety, and environmental safeguards during project implementation.

4. Monitoring, Data Collection, and Performance Evaluation

• Develop and implement technical monitoring plans for renewable energy systems.

• Monitor system performance, energy generation, equipment efficiency, and operational reliability.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical and project performance data.

• Maintain technical databases and project records.

• Prepare technical progress reports and performance analyses for management and donors.

5. Research, Innovation, and Policy Support

• Conduct research on renewable energy technologies, energy access, energy efficiency, climate adaptation, and low-carbon development.

• Analyze national renewable energy policies, regulations, and investment opportunities.

• Prepare technical briefs, policy papers, research reports, and knowledge products.

• Contribute technical evidence to BPI's advocacy initiatives on renewable energy, energy justice, and climate resilience.

• Track emerging technologies and international best practices relevant to Bangladesh.

6. Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing

• Design and facilitate technical training programs for project staff, government officials, local communities, and partner organizations.

• Develop technical manuals, operation and maintenance guidelines, and training materials.

• Organize workshops, seminars, demonstrations, and awareness campaigns on renewable energy technologies.

• Provide technical mentoring and support to field teams.

7. Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with government agencies, utilities, technical institutions, universities, development partners, consultants, and private sector organizations.

• Participate in technical working groups, coordination meetings, and policy dialogues.

• Support partnerships for research, innovation, pilot projects, and technology transfer.

8. Procurement and Technical Review

• Prepare technical specifications for procurement of renewable energy equipment.

• Participate in technical evaluation of bids and supplier selection.

• Review vendor proposals and verify compliance with technical requirements.

• Inspect delivered equipment and certify technical acceptance.

9. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)

• Support project monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities.

• Contribute technical indicators to project log frames and results frameworks.

• Assist in baseline, mid-term, and end-line evaluations.

• Document lessons learned, case studies, and good practices.

10. Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare high-quality technical reports, engineering documentation, project updates, and donor reports.

• Maintain accurate records of technical activities, field visits, inspections, and monitoring results.

• Contribute technical inputs to organizational publications, annual reports, and communication materials.