Trainee Engineer- Solar

FAMN Shine Co; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

FAMN Shine Co in Karachi is seeking a Trainee Engineer to join its solar energy team. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent engineering graduate to gain hands-on experience with photovoltaic systems and practical project execution.

You will assist with site assessments, layouts, equipment selection, and basic energy calculations, while supporting installation, inspection, and documentation under the guidance of senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of solar PV systems and electrical circuits.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and drawings.
• Familiarity with PV modules, inverters, mounting systems.
• Willingness to learn tools like AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site assessments and solar layouts.
• Support installation and commissioning activities.
• Review drawings, BOMs, and technical specs.
• Observe safety procedures and standards.
• Record inspection findings and progress updates.
• Coordinate with team and suppliers to meet schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Education

Engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech)

Tools

AutoCAD

PV design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

FAMN Shine Co is seeking a Trainee Engineer for its solar energy work in Karachi. This entry-level opportunity is suited to a recent engineering graduate who wants to build practical experience with solar photovoltaic systems and contribute to reliable project delivery.

The trainee will work with experienced engineering and project team members, supporting technical planning, installation coordination, inspection, and documentation. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with preliminary site assessments, solar system layouts, equipment selection, and basic energy-yield calculations.
• Support installation and commissioning activities for photovoltaic panels, inverters, mounting structures, and related electrical components.
• Help review drawings, bills of materials, technical specifications, and project documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Observe safety procedures and applicable electrical and installation standards during site and workshop activities.
• Record inspection findings, test results, progress updates, and equipment information, escalating issues to supervising engineers.
• Coordinate with team members and suppliers to help ensure materials and work are ready according to project schedules.

This role offers structured on-the-job learning across solar engineering and project execution. The successful candidate will be curious, dependable, attentive to detail, and comfortable learning both technical concepts and practical field processes.

Job Specification

• Foundational understanding of solar photovoltaic systems, electrical circuits, and renewable energy principles.
• Ability to read basic electrical diagrams, engineering drawings, equipment datasheets, and technical specifications.
• Basic familiarity with PV modules, inverters, mounting systems, batteries, and safe installation practices.
• Comfort with calculations, measurement, data recording, and checking technical information for accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or equivalent tools for reports, spreadsheets, and documentation.
• Exposure to AutoCAD or solar design and simulation software is beneficial, with willingness to learn required tools.
• Clear communication, teamwork, organization, problem-solving, and an eager, safety-conscious approach to learning.