Grid Engineering Manager

• Lead grid connection strategy for major renewable energy projects
• Work directly with NGCP and key energy stakeholders

About Our Client Our client is a rapidly growing renewable energy developer focused on delivering utility-scale solar, wind, and energy infrastructure projects across Southeast Asia. Backed by a leading global sustainable infrastructure investor, the business has an extensive pipeline of renewable energy projects throughout the region.

Job Description

• Lead grid connection and HV engineering activities for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Manage electrical design activities including substations, transmission lines, collection systems, and grid interconnections.
• Coordinate closely with NGCP, DOE, utilities, and local authorities to secure timely approvals.
• Support project development, permitting, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Manage electrical engineering consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Review technical designs, drawings, specifications, and construction activities.
• Prepare tender documentation, evaluate bids, and support contract negotiations.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, risks, and engineering deliverables.
• Support construction and commissioning activities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership across solar and wind projects in the Philippines.
• Identify creative solutions to accelerate approvals and resolve project bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with regional teams across Southeast Asia.

The Successful Applicant A Successful Grid Engineering Manager Should Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Licensed Electrical Engineer.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in power, renewable energy, transmission, or substation projects.
• Strong understanding of NGCP requirements, grid connection processes, and Philippine energy regulations.
• Experience working on solar, wind, or utility-scale energy projects.
• Proven experience managing consultants, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of transmission lines, substations, and HV electrical systems.
• Ability to work proactively and drive approvals through government and regulatory agencies.
• Experience in project management, budgeting, and contractor coordination.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from PHP 150,000 to PHP 250,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package to be determined.
• Permanent position based in Manila

If you have the skills and expertise for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Contact Quote job ref: JN-082026-7086846