Kimani Gitau

Career Journey

Experience

A progressive career spanning renewable energy, solar PV systems, and engineering leadership across East Africa.

5+
Years Experience
5
Roles Held
300+
Projects Delivered
3.133MW
Capacity Delivered
Current Role
Jan 2025 – Present

Director & Lead Renewable Energy Engineer

Spectra Solar Limited

Nairobi, Kenya · Full-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic leadership and full-cycle EPC project delivery
  • Site assessments, feasibility studies, and engineering designs
  • Procurement oversight, EPRA compliance, and grid interconnection
  • Client engagements, business development, and team leadership

Highlights

  • Successfully managing full-cycle EPC delivery for commercial clients
  • Expanded client portfolio and strengthened execution capabilities
  • Directed multidisciplinary teams across multiple project sites
2021 – 2025

Lead Renewable Energy Manager

Worldmax Solar Solutions

Nairobi, Kenya · Full-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Led C&I solar PV projects from design through commissioning
  • Site surveys, procurement coordination, and budget development
  • Installation supervision and preventive maintenance

Achievements

  • 12+ projects · 1.5MW+ installed · 35% downtime reduction
  • Mentored 8 junior technicians · USD 25K+ client savings
2020 – 2021

Solar Technician

Elsam Electronic Limited

Nairobi, Kenya · Full-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Installed residential and commercial solar PV systems
  • Performed AC/DC wiring, inverter setup, and battery integration
  • Diagnosed and resolved system faults, ensuring optimal performance
  • Conducted routine maintenance and performance monitoring
2019 – 2020

Assistant Technician

Bester Lifts & Elevators Limited

Nairobi, Kenya · Full-time

  • Elevator installation, commissioning, and maintenance
  • Fault diagnosis and safety compliance
2015 – 2016

Maintenance Lead

East African Civil Aviation Academy

Soroti, Uganda · Internship

Key Responsibilities

  • Aviation equipment maintenance and routine inspections
  • Calibration and compliance with aviation safety standards
  • Documented maintenance records and reported to senior engineers

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