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Electrical Engineer

<p>An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and maintains electrical systems and power networks. In Pakistan, they work in industries such as power generation, telecommunications, electronics, and manufacturing. They ensure reliable energy systems and safe electrical operations.</p>

On The Job You Would:

<ul> <li>Design and test electrical circuits and systems.</li> <li>Maintain and troubleshoot power systems.</li> <li>Supervise installation of electrical equipment.</li> <li>Work on renewable energy projects (solar, wind).</li> <li>Ensure compliance with PEC and safety standards.</li> </ul>

Knowledge
Engineering and Technology product and service development computers and electronics Arts and Humanities English language Math and Science arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics physics Manufactured or Agricultural Goods manufacture and distribution of product
Skills
  • Problem-solving and analysis
  • Technical design and simulation
  • Programming (MATLAB, PLCs)
  • Safety and compliance management
Abilities
Verbal communicate by writing read and understand what is written Ideas and Logic make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information notice when problems happen Math choose the right type of math to solve a problem add, subtract, multiply, or divide Attention pay attention to something without being distracted
Personality
  • Analytical and logical
  • Responsible and detail-oriented
  • Curious and innovative
Technology
  • MATLAB, Simulink, PLC systems
  • AutoCAD Electrical, SCADA
  • Electrical measurement tools
Entry Requirements
  • F.Sc (Pre-Engineering)
  • Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (PEC-accredited)
Job Outlook
  • Strong demand due to Pakistan’s energy and telecom sectors.
  • Growing renewable energy market creates new jobs.
  • Opportunities in private and public organizations.
Where can you work?
  • WAPDA, K-Electric, NTDC
  • Telecom companies (PTCL, Jazz, Zong)
  • Manufacturing and automation firms
Education
  • B.E/B.Sc Electrical Engineering
  • MS in Power Systems or Electronics
Where can you study?
  • UET Lahore, NUST, NED Karachi, GIKI, PIEAS
Expenses & Scholarships
  • Rs. 100,000 – Rs. 400,000 per year
  • HEC and PEC scholarships available

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