Power Projects Engineer (Electrical / Mechanical)

Company: Antwi Industries Limited

Location: Lagos, Nigeria | Project Site Travel Required

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior (5+ Years)

Industry: Energy | Independent Power Production | Power Generation

Company Description

Antwi Industries is an infrastructure and energy development company focused on developing, financing, and delivering power and energy projects across Nigeria and other African markets. Our activities include independent power production (IPP), captive power generation, natural gas infrastructure, and industrial energy solutions.

We are expanding our technical team to support our growing portfolio of power generation projects, including new developments, existing plant acquisitions, project takeovers, and operational improvements.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in power generation and energy infrastructure to support the development and execution of our IPP projects in Nigeria.

The successful candidate will work closely with management, project developers, equipment manufacturers, EPC contractors, and technical partners throughout the project lifecycle, from initial feasibility and technical evaluation through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations.

This position requires someone with practical engineering experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to independently assess project requirements, coordinate technical activities, and support project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the technical development and execution of captive power and independent power projects.
• Conduct technical assessments and due diligence on existing power plants, proposed acquisitions, and project takeover opportunities.
• Review engineering designs, equipment specifications, technical proposals, and EPC contractor submissions.
• Evaluate gas-fired power generation systems, including reciprocating gas engines, generators, balance-of-plant equipment, and associated electrical and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with OEMs, engineering consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers on technical requirements, pricing, equipment selection, and project schedules.
• Support feasibility studies, preliminary engineering, technical cost estimates, and project development budgets.
• Review power plant configurations, electrical distribution systems, gas supply interfaces, and operational requirements.
• Participate in site inspections, equipment testing, installation supervision, commissioning, and performance verification.
• Identify technical risks, project execution constraints, and opportunities to improve plant efficiency, reliability, and operating costs.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, project documentation, procurement packages, and management recommendations.
• Monitor engineering deliverables, contractor performance, and project implementation milestones.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably within the power generation, energy, or industrial infrastructure sectors.
• Practical experience with gas-fired or diesel power generation plants, particularly reciprocating engine installations.
• Understanding of power plant design, equipment specifications, installation, commissioning, and operational requirements.
• Experience working with OEMs, EPC contractors, engineering consultants, and project development teams.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, technical specifications, and equipment datasheets.
• Familiarity with power generation technologies from manufacturers such as MTU, Jenbacher, MWM, Caterpillar, Cummins, or similar OEMs is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and/or mechanical balance-of-plant systems.
• Strong technical reporting, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Nigeria.

Preferred Experience

• Previous involvement in independent power projects, captive power plants, or embedded generation.
• Experience in power plant rehabilitation, asset assessments, or operational takeovers.
• Familiarity with natural gas infrastructure, gas conditioning, pressure regulation, and gas-to-power applications.
• Experience reviewing project CAPEX, OPEX, equipment proposals, and technical inputs to project financial models.
• Exposure to solar PV, battery energy storage, or hybrid power systems.
• Familiarity with Nigerian power sector regulations and applicable engineering standards.

What We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in engineers who have worked directly on power generation projects and understand the practical challenges of developing, building, and operating power plants.

The ideal candidate is technically capable, commercially aware, organized, and comfortable taking responsibility for engineering activities while working alongside a broader project development team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through LinkedIn with an updated CV highlighting relevant power generation projects, technical responsibilities, and equipment experience.

Antwi Industries Limited

Infrastructure | Energy | Project Development

• www.antwi-ind.com

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