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Senior Electrical Engineer

Addis Ababa, EthiopiaFull-time · On-siteSenior

About the role

Lead the design, planning and supervision of medium- and high-voltage distribution projects across the network. You will own technical delivery from feasibility through commissioning, working closely with regional teams to keep Ethiopia powered reliably.

Responsibilities

  • Design and review MV/HV distribution networks and substations
  • Supervise contractors during construction and commissioning
  • Ensure compliance with EEU technical standards and safety codes
  • Mentor junior engineers and review their technical work

Requirements

  • BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering
  • 7+ years in power distribution or transmission
  • Strong knowledge of Ethiopian grid standards
  • Professional Engineer certification is an advantage

Skills

Power systemsAutoCADETAPProject supervision

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Transport allowance
  • Annual performance bonus

Nice to have

Experience with SCADA systems and GIS-based network planning.

Selection process

Applications are screened against the published criteria. Shortlisted candidates sit a written exam, followed by a panel interview. Recruitment is merit-based, and EEU never charges application fees.

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Application deadline

Sep 2, 2026

Directorate
Distribution Engineering
Duty station
Addis Ababa
Employment
Full-time
Work mode
On-site
Experience
Senior
Salary
ETB 45,000 – 65,000/month
Openings
2
Posted
Aug 3, 2026

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