Electrical Engineer — Solar Design & Installation

• Listing summary: GUGU PLC Trading, a national distributor and installer of solar energy systems in Ethiopia, is hiring two Electrical Engineers for its Project Management & Technical Operations department. The role focuses on designing and sizing solar PV systems, preparing technical specifications and BOQs, coordinating procurement, supervising installation and commissioning, and providing ongoing technical support. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in electrical or renewable energy engineering and possess practical experience with solar PV installations. The position offers the opportunity to work across Ethiopia, contributing directly to expanding access to clean energy.

GUGU PLC Trading — VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

• Position: Electrical Engineer — Solar Design & Installation

• Department: Project Management & Technical Operations

• Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Number Required: 2

• Salary: As per the organization standard

• Location: Megenagna Lamberet, Addis Ababa

• Application Deadline: (10 Days)

About GUGU PLC

GUGU PLC imports, distributes, and installs solar energy systems nationwide in Ethiopia. We are looking for a technically competent Electrical Engineer to support solar system design, site surveys, equipment sizing, installation supervision, and technical service delivery.

Job Purpose

To assess customer energy requirements, design and size appropriate solar systems, prepare technical specifications and BOQs, coordinate equipment allocation, and supervise installation, testing, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and assess customer energy needs, electrical loads, and installation conditions.

• Calculate power demand, daily energy consumption, and estimated solar generation.

• Size solar panels, inverters, batteries, solar pumps, cables, protection devices, and accessories.

• Prepare technical designs, single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, installation plans, and BOQs.

• Quantify required materials and coordinate with procurement, inventory, and logistics teams to ensure accurate allocation and dispatch.

• Provide technical input for quotations, tenders, and customer proposals.

• Supervise installation teams and contractors to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Conduct testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance verification.

• Provide technical guidance to sales and customer service teams.

• Prepare site survey, installation, maintenance, and technical performance reports.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field.

• Relevant experience in solar PV systems, electrical installation, or technical project implementation.

• Practical knowledge of off-grid, hybrid, and grid-connected solar systems.

• Solar water pumping experience is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant electrical design tools.

• Strong electrical calculations, troubleshooting, and technical reporting skills.

• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and equipment specifications.

• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to travel nationwide for site surveys and installation supervision.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should submit an updated CV and cover letter to [official email or link info@gugutrade.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications must be submitted no later than 05/Nov/2026 11h59 p.m. Local Time

, design and size appropriate solar systems, prepare technical specifications and BOQs, coordinate equipment allocation, and supervise installation, testing, and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and assess customer energy needs, electrical loads, and installation conditions.
• Calculate power demand, daily energy consumption, and estimated solar generation.
• Size solar panels, inverters, batteries, solar pumps, cables, protection devices, and accessories.
• Prepare technical designs, single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, installation plans, and BOQs.
• Quantify required materials and coordinate with procurement, inventory, and logistics teams to ensure accurate allocation and dispatch.
• Provide technical input for quotations, tenders, and customer proposals.
• Supervise installation teams and contractors to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Conduct testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance verification.
• Provide technical guidance to sales and customer service teams.
• Prepare site survey, installation, maintenance, and technical performance reports.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in solar PV systems, electrical installation, or technical project implementation.
• Practical knowledge of off-grid, hybrid, and grid-connected solar systems.
• Solar water pumping experience is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant electrical design tools.
• Strong electrical calculations, troubleshooting, and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and equipment specifications.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel nationwide for site surveys and installation supervision.