Electrical and Electronic engineers employ physics, electronics and electromagnetism to conceptualize and design devices that are powered by or produce electricity. They work on anything from mobile phones to large systems like hydro power plants and aircraft electrical systems. They test prototypes and evaluate as well as improve systems.
Electrical engineers are also involved in projects from idealization to maintenance. They conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses. This kind of exposure to multifaceted duties enables them to specialize in project management, research or consultancy .Electrical engineering projects can include projects such as developing telecommunication systems, lighting and wiring buildings or designing household appliances. Common electrical sub-disciplines include:
- Power
- Control
- Electronics
- Microelectronics
- Signal processing
- Communication
- Instrumentation
- Computers
Nearly every industry has a place for an electrical or electronics engineer, including government, transportation, communications, technology and utilities. Electrical engineers in Kenya must have at least Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a university accredited by the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
The first step towards becoming a registered professional engineer involves registration as a graduate engineer with EBK. This underscores the importance of studying in an accredited university. Then you have to work under the guidance of registered electrical engineers and manage a variety of projects on your own.
So what are the career options for electrical engineering students in Kenya?
Some of the of the major employers of electrical engineers in Kenya include Kenya Power and Lighting Company, Kengen, Ketraco, Safaricom, Electrical Consultancy firms, manufacturing firms, telecommunication and IT firms.
The conventional process is to wait for vacancies in these companies before applying for jobs there. Unfortunately not every vacancy is advertised. Thus it calls for one to send applications using open cover letters specifying that they are seeking for opportunities in the respective companies. Check samples of open cover letters here. That is how I got my current job! It is also prudent to do as many internships as you can before graduation so that you can have a test of different fields. Before my graduation, I had done four internships. The first was at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (Jan-Mar 2012), the second was Centurion Systems Ltd (Feb- April 2013), the third Safaricom Ltd (Feb-April 2014) and the last internship was at Howard Humphreys Ltd (Feb-April 2015).
The internship at Howard Humphreys Ltd opened my eyes into what is involved in electrical consultancy and I liked the experience and hence my current work. Consultancy environment offers in-depth view and exposure into applications of electrical engineering principles and it could the shortest sure path to realizing professional registration due to the nature and scope of projects one does.
Electrical engineers can also be employed in any other unrelated field. Some have found themselves working in auditing firms, banks, universities and even as accountants. Many also become very successful entrepreneurs. Some of the world’s richest entrepreneurs have electrical engineering background training. The many years (half a decade) of rigorous training prepares them for this.
Any job openings and internships please reply brianowagocaleb@gmail.com
Hello Brian, I will email you some useful email contacts
Hello, am a fourth year student doing Btech electrical and electronics specializing in the control option looking for a place for attachment some advice please. Thank you
Any internship
Hi Benard. Still a student pursuing B.tech electrical and electronics
Am interested in specialing in electronics and would like to do some internship, any recommendations?
Hello engineer,can you help me possible interview questions and answers based on professional, my email eliasmasahi@gmail.com
Electrical and electronics engineering
Any job openings and internships please reply
actually I have walked and applying for electrical technician internship since I have not yet graduated. .
no response yet now 2 months down the line..actually what do I do to link me up with a company to actually get skills and expertise in the technical field..
if have any positive information or a company I can actually get these both with or without allowances i will be grateful .
comment here and we will get in touch
thanks
Hello Eli, I will email you some useful email contacts
Hi benard
Hello Geoffrey, How can I assist you?
hey ? am student taking Diploma in electrical and electronics (power) . Am looking for attachment.
Hello James, I will email you some contacts you can use to apply for attachment
Do you offer attachments for bachelor of science in technology electronics
Can physicists who are in third year get an attachment opportunity here?
Hello benard ,am Mercy.am still a student persuing B.Tech Electrical .am in need of a job in power field.can you help me please
Hallo Mr. Bernard, could you also email me the email contacts to follow up.Thanks in advance
danayiera@gmail.com
Nice , email me too some am searching for internship
I will too. Check your email inbox
Some lecturers say that it doesn’t matter how many attachments you have since you’ll still have to be trained in whichever company you end up in. Is this true?
I would also appreciate it if you helped me with contacts of companies where i can apply for attachment beginning January.
Thank you.
Sherick, attachments help you get connections as well as an idea on what is done in various industries.This can at least help you decide on your career path.So industrial attachments are very important.
For example , I was attached at four different companies before I finally settled to work in the electrical consulting industry. During my undergraduate period, I once was attached at Safaricom Ltd(telecommunications), Centurion Systems Ltd(control and automation company), and Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company(maintenance services). After completing my undergraduate studies I worked as an Intern at Howard Humphreys Ltd(a consulting company).I finally settled to work in the consulting industry since it aligns with my career goals. Check your email, I have sent you some useful contacts. All the best…Benard
Hey, am looking for a job opening, i have a diploma in technology – Electrical and electronics from Technical university of Kenya. Any links will be highly appreciated
thanks Sir for the insightful info, I’m an electrical engineering graduate too with interest in design works as I’m well versed with AutoCAD and MATLAB, kindly guide me on the best place possible to start up my career.
You may e-mail me too some of the prospective companies and any other assistance will be appreciated.
Hello, check your email account, I have sent some useful contacts.
interesting read Benard. Very informative
I am glad you found it informative.
attachments for diplma modul one
Hello Steve, I will send you some links. Check your email within the next one hour.
I am an electrical and electronics engineering diploma student looking for internship.Please send me some links i can use to apply.Thanks
Hello Stacy, I will send you some links. Check your email within the next one hour.
Hello I’m millycent Barbra I’m studying btech in electrical engineering and I’m told that the university isn’t accredited by EBK but approved by KETRB I’m worried can I really get a job
Hello, I just entered 3rd year EEE. Am currently searching for places to intern with come long holiday. Kindly send me some contacts. I’m leaning on the telecom side. Btw, does it matter whether you go to power or telecom companies if you want to do more on telecom?
I do not have answer for your question as it is unclear.
Hello I’m millycent Barbra I’m studying btech in electrical engineering and I’m told that the university isn’t accredited by EBK but approved by KETRB I’m worried can I really get a job
Check you email for the contacts though.
I found this very enlightening. Would you be kind enough as to send me some contacts with which I may apply for an attachment. I would like it more to get experience in an international company.
Thank you.Check you email for the contacts
Hi Benard and just to ask is someone paid by the company he/she is on attachment or how does it go about.
Some companies pay and others do not.
Hello Benard, I’m yet to join EEE IN MOI UNIVERSITY BY SEPTEMBER, so please if you could link me up to any info for attachments coz I’ll soon be starting mine
hae??am deogracious doing cert in electrical and electronics telecommunications option now am stack kindly help me know the companies to do my attachment
Hello benard,
Am doing BSc in EEE. Kindly assist me with contacts of where I can get industrial attachment.
Email me on mikefelix744@gmail.com if possible
Am a 3rd year in Maasai mara university pursuing bachelor of science in physics .Am in need of a chance for attachment from January to March next year ,kindly help
need of firm for attachment am pursuing a degree in electronics and computer engineering please help
Hello Benard, I am a fresh graduate with BSc. Electrical engineering degree. kindly send me some useful internship application links to my email. Thankyou.
Hello Benard. Am your student at TUK where you teach me Professional ENgineering practice. I’ve been looking for an attachment but so i have not mnaged to get any. Kindly help with any of your contacts who can help me
Hi benard,Im pursuing a diploma in electrical and electronics(power option).kindly,assist me on how to apply for an attachment.I Will appreciate.