Technical Lead

Technical Lead
CrossBoundary Access (CBA)

About the Firm
Founded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm committed to unlocking the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. CrossBoundary provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions. Learn more at

In 2019 CrossBoundary launched CrossBoundary Access (Access), Africa's first infrastructure finance platform for mini-grids and adjacent technologies. Key numbers to date:$35m funding closed in private capital$100m of contracted pipeline 100+ sites operating100,000 people using our powerAccess has entered a rapid stage of growth as we progress towards our goal of raising and deploying $150 million to build the leading distributed utility in Africa. More information on CrossBoundary Access can be found at

Job Description
CrossBoundary Access is recruiting a Technical Lead. The Technical Lead will work alongside partners, which CBA contracts, to provide technical oversight and supervision, and run day-to-day activities, in the development and construction of mini-grids and other energy access assets across Africa. More specifically, the selected candidate will work closely with our partners to validate engineering designs, monitor progress of construction works and oversee acceptance tests hence ensuring mini-grids are built as per CBA standards in line with the project development agreements. The selected candidate will report to the Commercial Director and will work alongside the Project Management and Operations Lead who oversees the operations of our mini-grid portfolio.

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with previous experience managing renewable energy assets and overseeing projects through the engineering, procurement, and construction phases. Experience in developing countries and particularly Africa will be regarded extremely favourably. A very strong technical background and qualifications in engineering are required.

Who We Are
The CrossBoundary Access team is a unique group of people who are excited to make a difference in some of the world's most challenging and exciting renewable energy markets. Team members come from diverse backgrounds, but share a number of qualities: relentless curiosity, extreme ownership, a laser focus on results, and a bias for action.

Who You AreSelf-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in AfricaPioneer who is excited to work with new technologies and innovationsCreative thinker with an ability to craft non-traditional and innovative solutions to practical problemsCan build strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environmentsEmpathetic and thoughtful leader that can drive performance within a multi-disciplinary teamComfortable with ambiguity; ability to operate effectively in a changing, challenging contextPrimary Responsibilities
 DesignTechnical evaluation of potential investments in solar mini-grids and adjacent technologiesReview and approve engineering designs for power generation plant and power distribution network to ensure developers comply with CBA standardsDevelop innovative solutions to improve the design process (eg improve quality, lower cost, facilitate operations, etc.)Further develop and improve technical standards Conduct technical due diligence on potential development partnersCollaborate with developers to provide strategic guidance and input in the selection process for project components (eg panels, batteries, inverters, etc.)Work with developers, and alongside relevant team members, to ensure relevant permits and licenses, community commercial agreements and site exclusivities are secured on time, for multiple projects at a timeApply CBA's HSES policies to development operations on our sites and help to develop safe operating practices and standardsBuildTrack and monitor project activities and milestones at deployment phase i.e. procurement and construction, and provide project management oversightProvide technical oversight at construction phase to ensure mini-grid sites are constructed as per CBA standards, on time and within budgetProvide technical oversight on acceptance tests and start-up of operations at new mini-grid sites;Apply CBA's HSES policies to construction operations on our sites and help to develop safe operating practices and standards Stakeholder managementProvide technical leadership across internal and external stakeholders, ensuring consistent application of standards and performance expectationsSupport cross-functional decision-making by translating technical risks into actionable business insightsCollaborate closely with ESG, legal, and investment teams to ensure alignment on technical considerationsQualificationsRobust technical background with 6+ years of experience in assessing, developing, and implementing renewable energy projectsExperience in quality assurance/supervision of solar PV systems and power distribution network designs, bill of materials, technical specifications, construction, testing and commissioningWork experience or demonstrated familiarity in low voltage (LV) and medium voltage (MV) power distribution networksExperience in developing countries (particularly Africa) will be regarded extremely favourablyBachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field required; other advanced degrees and project management courses will be regarded favorablyA registered member of a relevant engineering professional bodyDemonstrated ability to independently supervise multi-stakeholder projects Excellent presentation skills, ability to communicate clearly and effectively across diverse audiences The ideal candidate will also have the following skills and qualifications:Previous experience in solar PV minigrids development and construction with a top-tier firmStrong quantitative skillsUnderstanding of key technical aspects in legal contractsExcellent analytical ability and discipline; ability to think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issuesAbility to analyze large data in excelAbility to work with AutoCAD and in solar PV and microgrid design tools e.g. HOMER, PV Syst, Helioscope, etcAbility to build strong relationships with partners and colleagues in challenging environmentsComfort with ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing contextFrench speakingThink you have what it takes but are not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they meet every requirement. If you're passionate about what we're building, we want to hear from you

Application Timeline 
Applications will close on the 5th of January, 2026 with interviews kicking off on the 12th of January, 2026

Location
Nairobi, Kenya

Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to

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