Hydro Project Engineer - Electro/Mechanical & Controls

Prime Infra; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Infra in Manila area seeks a Project Engineer (Electrical/Instrumentation/Control) to support planning, coordination, and commissioning of electro-mechanical works for a pumped storage hydropower project. You will review drawings, coordinate installation of electrical and control systems, and assist in SCADA integration and testing.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, safety, and proactive problem-solving across hydropower and related facilities, including substations and automation systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and PRC registered electrical engineer.
• 5–7 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation and control works.
• Strong background in SCADA, testing and commissioning, and QA/QC inspection.
• Experience in hydropower, water treatment, substations, or industrial energy projects.
• Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation installation and site coordination.
• Familiar with IEC, IEEE, and Philippine Electrical Code standards.
• Proficient in MS Office; AutoCAD knowledge is an advantage.
• Strong coordination, reporting, and site execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of electrical, instrumentation, and control works from design review through commissioning.
• Review electrical drawings, instrumentation diagrams, control schematics, P&IDs, and system philosophies.
• Assist in coordination and supervision of installation works for electrical systems, instrumentation devices, and control systems.
• Support SCADA integration, testing, and commissioning activities (dry test, wet test, loop checks, and system functional testing).
• Conduct site inspections for electrical and instrumentation works across hydropower, water treatment plants, substations, and related facilities.
• Assist in QA/QC implementation including preparation and review of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Plans, and checklists.
• Monitor contractor compliance with design specifications, safety requirements, and project quality standards.
• Support troubleshooting and technical resolution during installation, testing, and plant start-up activities.
• Assist in preparation of daily site reports, progress monitoring, inspection reports, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical, and automation teams to ensure proper system integration.
• Participate in risk assessments and technical evaluations to prevent site and commissioning issues.
• Witness testing activities for electrical and instrumentation systems including SCADA, protection systems, and plant automation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as PEC, IEC, IEEE, ISA, and project-specific requirements.
• Provide technical support to engineers and site teams during construction and commissioning phases.

Skills

SCADA

QA/QC inspection

Coordination

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Prime Infra in Manila area seeks a Project Engineer (Electrical/Instrumentation/Control) to support planning, coordination, and commissioning of electro-mechanical works for a pumped storage hydropower project. You will review drawings, coordinate installation of electrical and control systems, and assist in SCADA integration and testing.

The role emphasizes QA/QC, safety, and proactive problem-solving across hydropower and related facilities, including substations and automation systems.