Trainee Engineers

Job Description: Trainee Engineers (Civil / Electrical)

Position Title: Trainee Engineer – Civil / Electrical

Department: Projects / Engineering

Reports To: Project Manager / Senior Engineer

Location: Project Sites / Head Office (as required)

Employment Type: Full-time, Training/Probation Period (6–12 months)

This role is designed to provide hands-on training and exposure to fresh engineering graduates in the field of power Transmission Line (TL) and Distribution Line (DL) EPC projects. Trainee Engineers will work under the guidance of experienced engineers to learn project execution, site supervision, design, and quality management. The initiative aims to empower and prepare the next generation of engineers to take on leadership roles in Nepal’s power and infrastructure sector.

For Electrical Trainee Engineers:

•Assist in surveying, route selection, and design review of TL/DL projects.

•Support in supervision of tower erection, stringing, and substation installation.

•Monitor site activities under guidance, ensuring adherence to drawings and specifications.

•Learn basics of testing, commissioning, and safety procedures.

•Support in preparation of daily/weekly progress reports.

•Assist in foundation works, excavation, concreting, and tower erections.

•Support site surveys, soil testing, and leveling works.

•Observe and learn quality assurance for civil construction materials and works.

•Support project documentation (drawings, BOQ, site records).

•Coordinate with site supervisors for construction progress and HSE compliance.

•Participate in safety toolbox talks and EHS practices.

•Learn project planning, scheduling, and reporting tools.

•Develop teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills through practical exposure.

•Engage in cross-functional learning between civil and electrical works.

•Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering (Fresh graduates preferred).

•Strong academic background with interest in power transmission, distribution, and infrastructure.

•Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Office; familiarity with ETAP/PLS-CADD (for Electrical) or STAAD/Survey tools (for Civil) will be an advantage.

•Good communication, willingness to learn, adaptability to remote site conditions.

•NEC (Nepal Engineering Council) Registration preferred or in process.

•Technical knowledge of Transmission & Distribution EPC projects.

•Project site execution & supervision skills.

•Quality, safety, and compliance awareness.

•Project documentation, billing, and reporting practices.

•Team collaboration and stakeholder coordination.

Successful trainees will be evaluated based on performance and may be absorbed as Junior Engineers within the company, with opportunities to grow into supervisory and project management roles.