Junior Electrical and Electronics Engineer

Location: R&D Workshop, Masai Road, Nairobi, Kenya

Reports To: Senior Engineer

About SONGA Mobility

SONGA Mobility is a pioneering electric mobility company revolutionizing rural transportation in Sub-Saharan Africa​. Our mission is to develop sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective electric mobility solutions tailored to rural markets. We specialize in electric trikes (eTrikes), charging infrastructure (AgrEHubs), smart battery technology, and IoT-based fleet management systems​.

As part of our R&D team in Nairobi, we are seeking a Junior Electrical & Electronics Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and optimization of our e-mobility solutions through sourcing, testing, integration, and maintenance of electric motors, controllers, and IoT solutions. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Kenyas growing e-mobility industry and work alongside leading engineers in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Systems Development & Testing:
  • Assist in the specification, testing, integration, and optimization of electric powertrains and controllers for SONGAs eTrikes​.
  • Support the development of battery management systems (BMS) and IoT devices for real-time tracking, remote control, and diagnostics​.
  • Conduct bench testing and on-field performance analysis of electrical sub-systems to improve overall system efficiency and reliability.
• IoT Integration & Digital Systems:
  • Work on embedded electronics and IoT applications, integrating CAN bus communication for real-time monitoring of vehicles and batteries​.
  • Collaborate with software engineers to develop sensor-based monitoring solutions for battery health, energy consumption, and predictive maintenance​.
• Prototyping & Product Development:
  • Help brainstorm electrical designs for benchtop testing and qualification of electrical components.
  • Build first-hand prototypes of electrical systems for use in bench testing and vehicles.
  • Participate in converting concepts into prototypes and scaling them into commercial products.
  • Assist in designing electrical schematics and PCB layouts for new product iterations.
• Field Testing & Performance Analysis:
  • Support on-site troubleshooting of e-mobility systems at SONGAs AgrEHubs and operational sites.
  • Work closely with mechanics and technicians to analyze real-world usage data and optimize product performance​.
  • Test and perform repairs on electrical systems and individual components.
• Technical Documentation & Reporting:
  • Develop detailed engineering documentation, schematics, and test reports.
  • Provide insights for continuous product improvement and contribute to R&D decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in electrical and electronics engineering.
• Hands-on prototyping skills, including soldering, crimping, breadboarding, and familiarity with electric bench equipment.
• Strong knowledge of electric motors, motor controllers, and power electronics.
• Experience with IoT systems, embedded electronics, and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with communication protocols and battery management systems (BMS)​.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB layouts.
• Proficiency in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical components.

Preferred:

• Work experience at a fast-moving hardware startup.
• Firsthand design experience with CAN bus communication protocol and battery management systems (BMS)​.
• Hands-on experience with renewable energy systems, lithium-ion battery packs, and charging infrastructure.
• Experience with programming microcontrollers (Arduino, STM32, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
• Understanding of mechanical systems in electric vehicles.

Why Join SONGA Mobility?

• Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work on next-generation electric mobility solutions that directly impact rural communities​.
• Hands-On Learning: Participate in the full product development cycle, from concept to commercial launch.
• Sustainability & Impact: Contribute to an initiative that reduces emissions, promotes sustainable transport, and enhances rural productivity​.
• Collaborative Team: Work alongside experienced engineers, mechanics, and IoT specialists in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.