Electrical Design Engineer

Ehvert Inc; Manila; On-site; PHP 2,485,147 - 4,141,912; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate in USD

Ability to collaborate remotely

Supportive dynamic environment

English classes made available

Experience in a high-tech industry

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support innovative data center projects. This independent contract role involves designing power distribution and security systems, ensuring accuracy through advanced engineering tools, and collaborating in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant engineering degree and expertise in electrical design across various sectors. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility to work remotely.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design for industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.
• Understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards.
• Written and spoken English B1 and higher.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical systems, including power distribution and UPS systems.
• Preparing technical documentation required for project execution.
• Reviewing shop drawings and producing models in BIM software.

Skills

Proven expertise as an electrical engineer

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize

Deep knowledge of electrical manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering

Tools

Revit Autodesk

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM Power tools

Dialux

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Philippines, Remote

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor Agreement for Provision of Services (long‑term)

Industry: Mission‑Critical Facilities, Data Centers

Role Summary

We are seeking to partner with a skilled Electrical Engineer as an independent contract worker to support the design and coordination of cutting‑edge data center projects across the U.S. In this role, you will be responsible for modeling, designing power distribution, security and life systems, standby generators and UPS systems, performing calculations, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring design accuracy using advanced BIM and electrical engineering tools. You will collaborate closely with other disciplines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, contributing to the full project lifecycle from schematic design through execution. Strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing a thorough understanding and delivery of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost, and schedule.
• Determining and expediting the engineering deliverables for projects.
• Developing and maintaining the project scope of work documentation and revisions as required during the design evolution.
• Designing electrical systems, including power distribution systems, UPS systems, standby generator systems, and security and life systems.
• Preparing the engineering calculations, schematic designs and detailed designs.
• Preparing technical documentation required for the execution of the project including design criteria, design calculations, process flow sheets, and specification and data sheets for electrical equipment.
• Reviewing shop drawings.
• Producing models and drawings in various BIM software and CAD modeling tools.
• Using BIM tools to virtually construct Electrical systems and coordinate with other disciplines using tools such as Autodesk Revit.

Qualifications & Experience

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering.
• Proven expertise as an electrical engineer.
• Written and spoken English B1 and higher.
• Experience in electrical design for industrial, residential, and commercial sectors in medium voltage and low voltage distribution, lighting, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Experience in various electrical modeling software.
• Hands‑on experience using tools and software such as Revit Autodesk, AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM Power tools, Dialux.
• Experience in working on projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Deep knowledge of electrical manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize accordingly while meeting project deadlines.
• Self‑starters who are ambitious and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate in USD.
• Ability to collaborate remotely.
• Supportive dynamic environment.
• English classes made available.
• Experience in a high‑tech industry completing work for an international company.
• Unique, cutting‑edge data center projects.
• Dynamic work partnering with a team of professionals focused on engineering.

About the Employer

Ehvert Mission Critical is a business unit within Salas O’Brien, a large engineering and professional services firm. The team specializes in design and construction management of data centers.

This engagement is strictly as an independent contractor. You will not be eligible for any employee benefits, and we will not withhold taxes, provide insurance, or make contributions to social security/pensions on your behalf. You are responsible for complying with all tax and labor obligations in your country of residence. A formal independent contractor agreement will be required before work begins, governed by Texas, United States law.