Renewables Technical Lead

Aggreko; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy solutions provider is seeking a Renewables Technical Lead. This pivotal role requires a strong background in power engineering, particularly within the renewables sector. You will design and implement practical energy solutions to foster business growth, working closely with sales and project teams. Successful candidates must have an engineering degree, relevant experience in renewables, and a passion for operational excellence. Opportunities for professional development and a competitive compensation package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Annual bonus program

Industry-leading benefit plans

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in power engineering and/or renewables.
• Proven experience in direct customer interactions for high-value contracts.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales Teams to develop engineered solutions.
• Lead concept development for complex sales enquiries.
• Manage outline engineering and costing for RFQs over $10M.

Skills

Power engineering expertise

Customer interaction skills

Analytical skills

Team player mentality

Leadership skills

Education

Engineering degree

Chartered status (preferred)

Tools

Renewable Power (Solar PV, Wind)

BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)

Hybrid generation

Microgrids

Job description

We're the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.

We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.

We’re looking for a Renewables Technical Lead for our business across multiple sectors. The role will be based in Asia. This is a high-impact opportunity where you'll be the crucial technical bridge that connects customer needs with cutting-edge power solutions across the AMEAPAC region. You'll work closely with Sales and Project Engineering to design innovative, practical, and financially viable energy systems, specializing in renewables (Solar, BESS, Wind), hybrid generation, and microgrids.

Your success will directly drive business growth—you'll be instrumental in improving the quality of the sales pipeline, increasing conversion rates, and boosting profit (EBITDA) on contracted projects. This role demands a highly experienced, globally-minded Power Engineer who brings deep technical expertise in renewables, excellent commercial judgment, and the confidence to manage complex, high-value customer interactions. You must also be committed to Operational Excellence and strict HSE compliance throughout all your work.

Why Aggreko?

• Competitive compensation package & annual bonus program
• Industry-leading benefit plans
• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities
• Safety-focused culture

What you’ll do:

• Collaborating with Sales Teams to understand customer needs and develop engineered solutions (for renewable, hybrid, and microgrid projects) that are practical, meet requirements, and align with financial targets
• Working with the Modeling, Pricing, and Project Engineering teams to develop detailed technical proposals
• Leading concept development and ensuring the accuracy of outline engineering for complex sales enquiries
• Translating technical requirements from RFQ/Tender documents into implementable solutions
• Supporting material specifications and costing inputs for bespoke purchases
• Managing outline engineering and cost deliverables for large RFQs/Tenders (specifically those over $10M USD)
• Attending customer meetings and delivering presentations on technology and application overviews
• Providing technical sales training on new and existing renewable and hybrid technologies
• Offering engineering advice to Commercial teams on the technical components of bids

You’ll have the following skills and experience:

• The role demands a strong background in power engineering, particularly within the renewables sector
• An Engineering degree is required, with Chartered status being highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in power engineering and/or renewables.
• Must be fully conversant and have practical experience with key technologies, including: Renewable Power (Solar PV, Wind), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Hybrid generation and Microgrids, Power generation equipment and associated support infrastructure
• This position requires a high degree of professionalism, resilience, and customer-facing ability
• Proven experience in direct customer interactions for high-value contracts
• Must be a team player, action-focused, reliable, resilient, and self-reliant, demonstrating a positive change orientation
• Ability to view situations objectively and impartially
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and other regions. Must be culturally sensitive with an understanding of international business protocols; cross-cultural work experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and self-motivation
• Numerate and data-driven with strong analytical skills
• Strong coaching, development, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple project work streams simultaneously
• Fluency in English is required, with additional languages highly regarded

Find out more and apply now.

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