ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - SOLAR DESIGN & REVIEW

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Veritas | Marine & Offshore in Makati, Manila, PH seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in design and design review for solar projects. The role ensures all electrical aspects of solar power systems meet industry standards, project specifications and regulatory requirements for safe, reliable infrastructure.

Key duties include conducting design reviews of PV arrays, inverters and switchgear; validating calculations; reviewing SLDs and equipment datasheets; and

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design and design review for solar projects.
• Knowledge of DC/AC system design, cable sizing, grounding and protection.
• Ability to review SLDs, layouts and equipment specifications.
• Experience supporting FAT/SAT activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive design reviews of electrical systems for solar projects, including PV arrays, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and BOS components.
• Review single-line diagrams (SLDs), layout drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Validate electrical calculations, including load flow, short-circuit, voltage drop, and protection coordination studies.
• Prepare and maintain design review reports and coordinate with project teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Solar design

Design review

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Solar Design & Review

Location: Makati, Manila, PH

Type of contract: Permanent

Posting date: 13 Oct 2026

Job offer reference: 209429

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About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in design and design review for solar projects. The ideal candidate will ensure that all electrical aspects of solar power systems meet industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of solar farm electrical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Design Review & Validation

• Conduct comprehensive design reviews of electrical systems for solar projects, including PV arrays, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and balance-of-system components.
• Ensure compliance with local electrical codes, international standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Identify design risks, constructability issues, and opportunities for optimization, recommending practical and cost-effective solutions.

Electrical Engineering & System Integration

• Provide technical input on DC and AC system design, cable sizing, grounding and earthing systems, and protection schemes.
• Review single-line diagrams (SLDs), layout drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize electrical layouts for efficiency, safety, and maintainability.

Quality Assurance & Technical Compliance

• Validate electrical calculations, including load flow, short-circuit, voltage drop, and protection coordination studies.
• Review equipment datasheets and ensure alignment with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Support factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) as required.

Coordination & Documentation

• Work closely with project managers, civil engineers, and EPC contractors to ensure electrical designs are fully coordinated with overall project objectives.
• Prepare and maintain detailed design review reports, compliance matrices, and technical recommendations.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases as needed.

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