Electrical Engineer Hydropower Control Technology

AFRY; Makati; On-site; PHP 502,200 - 725,400; Full time

Job summary

AFRY, located in Makati, Philippines, is seeking a skilled electrical engineer to design hardware for control systems in the hydropower sector. The ideal candidate will have a degree in electrical engineering and experience in electrical design.

Your responsibilities include developing system concepts, providing technical support, and creating diagrams using CAD systems. Join AFRY to contribute to sustainable solutions while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, automation, or information technology with several years of relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of VDE, DIN‑EN standards, and electrical safety technology.
• Experience with Siemens and Rockwell control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design hardware for control systems in the hydropower sector.
• Develop system concepts based on project tenders.
• Provide technical project support to the HYDRO POWER Automation team.
• Design and dimension control cabinets and select system components.
• Create circuit diagrams and wiring lists using CAD and CAE systems.

Skills

Electrical design

Team collaboration

Knowledge of VDE and DIN-EN standards

Experience with Siemens control systems

Experience with Rockwell control systems

Education

Degree in electrical engineering, automation, or IT

Tools

CAD/CAE systems (e.g., RUPLAN, EPLAN P8)

Job description

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 19,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In South East Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have multinational staff of more than 500 working in the power generation field in Asia. In the Philippines, we focus on energy with over 100 employees working on local and international projects for the last 20 years.

Job Description

• Be responsible for designing hardware for control systems in the hydropower sector.
• Develop system concepts based on project tenders and customer‑specific requirements.
• Provide technical project and engineering support to the HYDRO POWER Automation team on customer requirements for the control of excitation system, turbine governor, and the electrical balance of plant equipment such as power distribution boards, transformers, switchgear including control and protection devices.
• Design and dimension control cabinets and select required system components.
• Create circuit and terminal diagrams and wiring lists using CAD and CAE systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering, automation or information technology and several years of professional experience in electrical design.
• Good knowledge of relevant standards such as VDE, DIN‑EN, etc., electrical safety technology, and experience with Siemens and Rockwell control systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of common CAD/CAE systems (e.g., RUPLAN, EPLAN P8).
• Result‑oriented, ability to analyze and work in a team, loyalty, high level of commitment and intercultural experience.

Benefits

• AFRY is committed to creating an inclusive & diverse environment and we are actively looking for qualified candidates irrespective of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age.
• Join us to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society.
• We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe.
• Accelerate the transition towards a sustainable future with AFRY.