Maintenance Engineer | Solar Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

John Clements Consultants, Inc.; Mabini; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

John Clements Consultants, Inc. seeks a skilled Maintenance Engineer to support a solar power plant’s safe, reliable operations.

You will lead preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot electrical equipment, and supervise maintenance personnel to ensure compliance with safety standards. The role requires 2–3 years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy facilities, knowledge of electrical codes, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Engineer.
• 2–3 years' experience in plant operations and maintenance, preferably in utility-scale renewable energy facilities.
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans (daily to annual).
• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, and failure analysis to optimize plant performance.
• Plan maintenance for solar plant equipment including inverters, transformers, and switchgear.
• Supervise electricians and maintenance personnel in repairs and replacements.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and ensure compliance with JHA, HIRAC, LOTO, and work permits.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Engineer

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About the role

Our client, a company in the renewable energy industry, is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Maintenance Engineer to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operations of its solar power plant. The successful candidate will lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshoot electrical equipment, supervise maintenance personnel, and ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily, weekly, monthly, and annual preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
• Perform technical assessments, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, and failure analysis to ensure optimal plant performance.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for solar power plant equipment, including inverters, transformers, and switchgear.
• Supervise electricians and maintenance personnel in equipment repair and replacement activities.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and ensure compliance with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), HIRAC, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and work permit requirements.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and documentation for procurement of equipment, materials, and services.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant reliability, energy efficiency, and maintenance processes.
• Monitor spare parts inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment failure reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and Republic Act No. 7920.
• Coordinate with the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities.

About you

• Must be a Registered Engineer.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in plant operations and maintenance, preferably in utility-scale renewable energy facilities such as solar, wind, or hydro power plants.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and equipment reliability.
• Familiarity with solar power plant equipment such as inverters, transformers, and switchgear is an advantage.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures, including JHA, HIRAC, LOTO, and work permitting, is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and perform effectively under pressure.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.