Mazi Limited

Job Title: Field Operations & Charging Infrastructure Engineer

Department: Hardware

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Lead Engineer

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Ksh 70,000 - 100,000 based on experience level

About Mazi

Mazi Mobility is transforming Africa's transport infrastructure through intelligent electric mobility solutions. We build and operate interoperable battery swapping stations for electric motorcycles, underpinned by a smart digital platform with ambitions to build a multi-battery AI optimization system.

Since 2021, we have been a market leader in charging and e-mobility. In a $30Bn e-mobility market opportunity, we see battery swapping and charging as a key enabler for the development of the sector.

We've partnered with various e-mobility companies in the region and see ourselves as building the backbone of what will be the connective system of various countries on the continent and beyond. With a young but highly experienced and motivated team, Mazi is focused on our mission in powering Africans into an electrified future.

Our Values

Experience the customer – Mazi exists for its customers; by experiencing the customer, we are committing to live in their shoes, understand their struggles and help them at every turn.

Ubuntu – A team is only as strong as its weakest link; we are a functional unit – focused and dedicated. We are passionate people who care about making a difference and understand we must help each other achieve our ambitious mission.

Be Direct and Accept – We celebrate our wins and don't shy away from our mistakes. We have hard conversations with empathy and optimize for long-term success and company longevity. Opinions are valid, but we don't take things personally if they don't always align. We are quick to make decisions and combine multiple good ideas into singular great ones.

Execution, Execution, Execution (3EX) – We are outcome-based, relentlessly pursuing our goals. We are building a meritocracy. We go beyond most companies for our customers; we care about the what, the why, and the how. Excellence and attention to detail are blended with adaptability and pace. We have a bias to action.

Founding the Future – Mazians are never really satisfied. There is always a faster, better, kinder way to do what we do. We are not scared to go first and fail. We are obsessed with the growth and development of our products, people, and customers. We are predicting the future because we are actively shaping it.

Job Overview

The Charging Infrastructure Engineer at Mazi Mobility plays a key role in the design, installation, and quality control of EV charging infrastructure. This role involves developing electrical designs, supervising installations, ensuring quality control for bikes and charging stations, and supporting research and development (R&D) efforts of charging infrastructure. The Junior Engineer will collaborate with the engineering team to enhance the reliability, safety, and efficiency of Mazi Mobility's battery swapping and charging systems.

Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the successful design, deployment, and maintenance of Mazi Mobility's charging infrastructure. By overseeing electrical design, installation supervision, and quality control, the Junior Engineer directly contributes to Mazi Mobility's mission of powering Africans into an electrified future.

Importance within the Organization

As Mazi Mobility scales its battery swapping and charging infrastructure, this role is essential in ensuring system reliability, compliance with safety standards, and operational efficiency. The Junior Engineer will be responsible for designing electrical systems, supervising installations, ensuring quality control, and documenting technical processes. Their contributions will support Mazi Mobility's long-term vision of being Africa's leader in moving people, data and things.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Lead Engineer to explore new technologies, optimize designs, and improve charging efficiency while participating in prototyping and testing of new electrical solutions for Mazi Mobility's charging network.

• Close on e-mobility meter applications and support deployment of charging stations through site selection and qualification.

• Electrical Design of Charging Infrastructure by developing electrical schematics and layouts for EV charging stations and battery swapping systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

• Ensure 99.9% uptime of deployed infrastructure by overseeing regular planned & corrective maintenance.

• Work with technicians and contractors to execute electrical installations for charging infrastructure and conduct inspections to ensure proper implementation of electrical designs.

• Perform QC checks on charging stations, and power systems to ensure optimal performance and safety while identifying and troubleshooting electrical faults and system inefficiencies.

• Reporting & Documentation by maintaining detailed records of electrical designs, installations, and QC activities. Provide regular updates to the Engineering Lead and contribute to system development strategies.

• Provide support across both engineering and non-engineering tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to team objectives.

Qualifications and Skills

• BSc in Electrical, Electronics, or Power Engineering, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience with electrical system design, power distribution, or EV charging infrastructure is a plus.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP, or similar electrical design software.

• Strong understanding of power systems, electrical safety, and grid connectivity.

• Familiarity with battery charging principles, energy management, and protection systems.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and lead on-site teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in EV charging infrastructure design and deployment.

• Hands-on experience with electrical installations and maintenance.

• Prior involvement in quality control and compliance testing.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience here. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Mazi is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.