Grid Engineering Manager

Michael Page; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,674,000 - 2,790,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent position based in Manila

Job summary

Michael Page is representing a rapidly growing renewable energy developer in the Philippines. The Grid Engineering Manager will lead grid connection and HV engineering for utility-scale solar and wind projects, directing substation and transmission designs and coordinating with NGCP, DOE, and local authorities to secure approvals.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, a licensed PE, and at least 5 years in power/renewable energy, with strong project management and regulatory

Qualifications

• Lead grid connection and HV engineering for utility-scale projects.
• Coordinate with NGCP, DOE, utilities and authorities.
• Review designs, drawings, and construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead grid connection strategy for major renewables projects.
• Manage electrical design of substations, transmission, and interconnections.
• Coordinate with NGCP, regulators, and stakeholders for timely approvals.
• Support permitting, regulatory compliance, and project development.
• Manage consultants, contractors, and equipment suppliers.
• Review technical designs and construction activities, TE bids and contracts.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables; support commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership across solar and wind in the Philippines.
• Identify solutions to accelerate approvals and resolve bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with regional SEA teams.

Skills

Grid connection

HV Engineering

Substations

Transmission lines

Stakeholder mgmt

Project management

Contract negotiations

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Licensed Electrical Engineer

Job description

• 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.

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

Contact

Quote job ref: JN-082026-7086846