{"id":102336,"date":"2026-07-17T12:58:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T12:58:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/assistant-product-engineer\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T12:58:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T12:58:08","slug":"assistant-product-engineer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/assistant-product-engineer\/","title":{"rendered":"Assistant Product Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Assistant Product Engineer\", \"description\": \"Role Profile\\nWe are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Product Engineer to support the development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of Solar Panda\u2019s product portfolio, including Solar Home Systems, Control Units, TVs, solar panels, batteries, and related accessories. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, improving product performance, and working across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.\\nResponsibilities\\nSupport the design, development, and continuous improvement of Solar Panda products.\\nPlan and execute product testing, validation, and prototype evaluations.\\nInvestigate product failures, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.\\nDrive product quality and reliability improvements throughout the product lifecycle.\\nProvide technical support for operations, refurbishment, customer support, and other internal teams.\\nCoordinate engineering projects and support new product introductions.\\nMaintain engineering documentation, technical reports, and product specifications.\\nQualifications\\nBachelor\u2019s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.\\n5 to 8 years\u2019 experience in product engineering, electronics engineering, renewable energy, embedded systems, or consumer electronics.\\nExperience working with contract manufacturers or international suppliers is an advantage.\\nStrong understanding of electronic hardware, embedded systems, solar products, batteries, and consumer electronics.\\nExperience with product testing, reliability engineering, engineering change management, and root cause analysis.\\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel or Python for technical data analysis is desirable.\\nPersonal Attributes\\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\\nExcellent project management and organizational abilities.\\nAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities.\\nStrong communication\u00a0and collaboration skills.\\nHigh attention to detail, accountability, and integrity.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-15\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Solar Panda\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-07-31T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Solar Panda<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-07-31<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Role Profile<br \/>We are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Product Engineer to support the development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of Solar Panda\u2019s product portfolio, including Solar Home Systems, Control Units, TVs, solar panels, batteries, and related accessories. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, improving product performance, and working across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products.<br \/>Responsibilities<br \/>Support the design, development, and continuous improvement of Solar Panda products.<br \/>Plan and execute product testing, validation, and prototype evaluations.<br \/>Investigate product failures, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.<br \/>Drive product quality and reliability improvements throughout the product lifecycle.<br \/>Provide technical support for operations, refurbishment, customer support, and other internal teams.<br \/>Coordinate engineering projects and support new product introductions.<br \/>Maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, and product specifications.<br \/>Qualifications<br \/>Bachelor\u2019s degree in Electrical &#038; Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.<br \/>5 to 8 years\u2019 experience in product engineering, electronics engineering, renewable energy, embedded systems, or consumer electronics.<br \/>Experience working with contract manufacturers or international suppliers is an advantage.<br \/>Strong understanding of electronic hardware, embedded systems, solar products, batteries, and consumer electronics.<br \/>Experience with product testing, reliability engineering, engineering change management, and root cause analysis.<br \/>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Python for technical data analysis is desirable.<br \/>Personal Attributes<br \/>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.<br \/>Excellent project management and organizational abilities.<br \/>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.<br \/>Strong communication\u00a0and collaboration skills.<br \/>High attention to detail, accountability, and integrity.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>If this position sounds like a good fit for you, please\u00a0submit\u00a0your cover letter and CV to RecruitmentKE@solarpanda.com on\u00a0or before 31st\u00a0July\u00a02026 . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\u00a0Ki<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjobmag.co.ke\/job\/assistant-product-engineer-solar-panda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-07-31 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Solar Panda Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-07-31 Job Description Role ProfileWe are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Product Engineer to support the development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement of Solar Panda\u2019s product portfolio, including Solar Home Systems, Control Units, TVs, solar panels, batteries, and related accessories. 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