Electrical Engineer

Position Title: Electrical Engineer

2026-05-26 Paktia Full Time 14

Job Location:	Paktia
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Engineering
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per organization salary scale
Vacancy Number:	FGA-HRM-26-001
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Paktya (Gardiz City and Khost, Sabari District)

Organization:	Future Generations Afghanistan
Years of Experience:	Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in electrical infrastructure and solar energy projects.
Contract Duration:	1 Month with possibility of extension
Gender:	Male
Education:	Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution.
Close date:	2026-05-26

About Future Generations Afghanistan:

Future Generations (FG) is the collective name for an international network of non-governmental organizations including FG Country Programs in Asia and Africa, Future Generations University (FGU) and its alumni in 17 countries, academia, and individual’s experts. The original charitable organization, Future Generations, was established in 1992 for the purpose of learning from, and building upon the world’s most successful examples of community empowerment and social change. It is complemented by the Future Generations Graduate School (Future Generations University) in 2006 in the State of West Virginia with authorization to provide a Master's Degree in Applied Community Change focus on Conservation and Peace building. The Future Generations Afghanistan (FGA) established in May 2002 and obtained its registration certificate from Ministry of Economy, Government of Afghanistan in October 2005. Since 2007, FGA has been operational in Eastern Afghanistan, and successfully completed development and humanitarian programs in Nangarhar, Laghman , Kunar, Nuristan, Logar, Wardak, Nimruz, Herat, Kanadahar, Badghis, Panjshir, Bamyan, Paktia, Ghazni Helmand & Zabul Provinces

Job Descriptions:

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, supervising, and maintaining solar power systems, ensures that systems are installed properly and operate efficiently through regular monitoring, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.

Job Requirements:

Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and energy demand analysis for solar system installations.
Carry out GPS data collection, solar irradiation assessment, and technical surveys at proposed project sites.
Prepare technical designs, load calculations, single-line diagrams, and sizing of solar panels, inverters, lithium batteries, charge controllers, and related components.
Develop detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, cost estimates, and material requirements for solar installations.
Supervise civil and electrical works related to solar system installation, including foundation preparation, mounting structure fabrication, panel fixing, wiring, earthing, and lightning protection systems.
Ensure proper installation, testing, and commissioning of solar PV systems in accordance with international standards and safety procedures.
Monitor system performance and conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of faults in solar equipment and electrical connections.
Coordinate with relevant government authorities, line departments, contractors, suppliers, and local communities during project implementation.
Verify the quality and technical compliance of supplied materials and installed equipment.
Prepare technical reports, installation progress reports, inspection reports, and completion certificates.
Provide technical guidance and on-site support to technicians and installation teams during implementation.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards throughout installation and maintenance activities.
Support training and capacity building of local operators and beneficiaries on operation and maintenance of solar systems.
Conduct final system testing, performance evaluation, and handover of completed solar installations to beneficiaries or relevant authorities.

Qulification:

Proven experience in solar system design, installation, supervision, testing, and commissioning.
Experience in preparation of BOQs, technical specifications, feasibility studies, and progress reports.
Good knowledge of electrical systems, renewable energy technologies, and safety standards.
Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and reporting skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively with multicultural teams and stakeholders.
Good command of written and spoken English, including strong reporting and documentation skills.
Fluency Local Languages (Pashto and Dari) and English languages.

Submission Guidelines:

Interested and qualified candidates for this position are encouraged to apply and send their CVs with a cover letter., only qualified candidates who are meeting the position requirements will be shortlisted & contacted

Please do not forget to mention the title of position, Location and Vacancy Number in subject line of your email.

Emails with no title of position, Location and Vacancy Number in subject line will not be considered.