Principal Electrical Engineer – Manila (Data Centre)

Black & White Engineering; Makati, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 5,639,000 - 9,398,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead major projects, guiding electrical design from concept through delivery across international markets. You will mentor engineers, engage with clients and contribute to engineering excellence.

In this senior role you will build client relationships, drive technical decisions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Typically 10–15 years of multidisciplinary engineering consultancy experience.
• Experience delivering large-scale projects, ideally including data centres or critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design (LV, lighting, fire detection, earthing, lightning protection, ELV).
• Experience with MV power system studies (load flow, short circuit, coordination).
• Solid understanding of British Standards, IEC Standards and relevant regulations.
• Proficiency with ETAP, Amtech, Dialux or equivalent design tools.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary activities.
• Strong communication skills for client, contractor and colleague engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead major electrical engineering projects from concept through delivery.
• Mentor and develop engineers within the team.
• Engage with clients, consultants and contractors to align design and delivery.
• Contribute to technical decisions and influence outcomes across projects.
• Collaborate across international markets as part of the One Global Team.

Skills

Project leadership

Client engagement

Mentoring engineers

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Amtech

Dialux

Job description

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead major projects, guiding electrical design from concept through delivery across international markets. You will mentor engineers, engage with clients and contribute to engineering excellence.

In this senior role you will build client relationships, drive technical decisions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams while upholding safety and quality standards.