Position Title: Electric Engineer
2026-02-20        Balkh       Full Time        7
Job Location: Balkh
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per Organization Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: 005
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Mazar-e- Sharif
Organization: Balkh Steel Mill Company
Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years of professional experience (theoretical & practical).
Contract Duration: One year and will extend
Gender: Male
Education: Having Bachelor Degree or Higher in related aspect
Close date: 2026-02-20


About Balkh Steel Mill Company:

Background

 

Balkh Steel Mill Company is officially one of the leading Iron smelting and round bar production factories in Afghanistan. It was established with a mission to strengthen the self-reliance of steel production and build a strong team of professionals, and engineers equipped with modern machinery to prosper the economy of Afghanistan.

Job Descriptions:

Job Summary:

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating and ensuring the proper implementation of all electrical works in Balkh steel melting plant during the construction and installation phase. The role requires close collaboration with international engineers, supervision of Medium-voltage and low-voltage systems and strong involvement in Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and ensure proper implementation of approved electrical drawings and designs according to international standards.
  • Coordinate and work closely with Indian and other foreign engineers involved in the project.
  • Supervise installation, testing and commissioning of distribution and converter duty transformers.
  • Oversee installation, assembly and commissioning of 20kV switchgear, including protection systems and control panels.
  • Review, verify and approve electrical shop drawings, layouts and technical documents.
  • Plan, design and supervise LED lighting systems including lighting calculations, drawings, installation and testing.
  • Ensure proper execution of grounding systems, lightning protection and cable routing systems.
  • Monitor installation of power cables, control cables, cable trays and bus bars.
  • Conduct and supervise electrical testing (insulation resistance, continuity, protection relay testing, etc.).
  • Implement and maintain Quality Control and Quality Assurance procedures for all electrical works.
  • Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE and relevant international electrical standards.
  • Identify design or installation issues and provide technical solutions on-site.
  • Prepare and review method statements, inspection checklists and progress reports.
  • Ensure electrical works are executed safely in accordance with HSE regulations.
  • Coordinate with civil and mechanical teams to avoid clashes and delays.
  • Participate in site acceptance tests (SAT) when required.
  • Support management during inspections, audits and handover processes.

 

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
  • Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical projects (Factories, Power Pants and substations).
  • Strong knowledge of power systems, transformers, switchgear, distribution grid and industrial electrical installations.
  • Proven experience in QC/QA activities in relevant projects.
  • Ability to read, interpret and prepare electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Good communication skills in English (spoken and written) and Hindi (spoken).
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage site activities efficiently.
  • Strong leadership and coordination skills.
Submission Guidelines:

Interested candidates should submit their CVs to the email below

info@balkhsteel.com

Submission Email:

info@balkhsteel.com

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