Senior Electrical Engineer

Acciona; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer in Makati to lead design, evaluation, and implementation of electrical systems for renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia, ensuring LV/MV/HV compliance across the project lifecycle. The role collaborates with local teams and the Spain headquarters, supports permitting, and drives technical documentation and procurement activities.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years regional experience, substations knowledge, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering with a specialization in electricity.
• Additional training in high, medium, and low voltage systems or in renewable energies is valued.
• 2–3 years of experience in a regional position managing not only local operations but also SEA or global scope.
• Experience with substations.
• Experience in design, specification, and validation of electrical equipment and systems, preferably in renewable energy infrastructure projects.
• English proficiency at professional level.

Responsibilities

• Design and review LV and MV electrical systems for wind and solar power plants, including cable routing, switchgear, and transformer specifications.
• Support the development of HV substation layouts and transmission line designs.
• Collaborate with control and SCADA engineers to ensure integration of communication, protection, and control systems.
• Support permitting processes by preparing or reviewing technical documentation and responding to regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and/or review technical documentation for procurement, and construction phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and coordinated project execution (both with the local team and with the headquarters in Spain).
• Conduct site visits to validate designs and support construction and commissioning activities.
• Optimize electrical designs to improve cost efficiency, constructability, and environmental performance.
• Contribute to internal investment reports by providing technical input for electrical works.
• Supervise electrical contractors and monitor compliance with quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Evaluate technical risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, grid connection standards, and corporate engineering guidelines.

Skills

Quality and detail orientation

Analytical thinking

Highly technical profile

Adaptability and proactivity

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering with a specialization in electricity

Additional training in high/medium/low voltage or renewable energies

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self‑consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

In Southeast Asia, we’re growing fast. Present in the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam, and currently adding a strong pipeline of wind and solar projects, the region is a key priority for us. Join a team that’s building a cleaner future—locally and globally.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to be part of the Engineering team in our Makati Office. This role will report to the Engineering Director, and will have a regional scope, which includes mainly Philippines, but also Thailand and Vietnam.

The Senior Electrical Engineer will provide technical expertise and be responsible for the design, evaluation, and implementation of electrical systems for renewable energy projects (photovoltaic solar, wind, and other technologies) in Southeast Asian markets. The position ensures that all electrical infrastructure, including MV/LV systems, HV transmission line and substations, is designed and implemented according to technical, quality, safety and environmental standards throughout the full project lifecycle; from early‑stage development and internal investment evaluation through construction, commissioning, and operation.

Job Description

• Design and review LV and MV electrical systems for wind and solar power plants, including cable routing, switchgear, and transformer specifications.
• Support the development of HV substation layouts and transmission line designs.
• Collaborate with control and SCADA engineers to ensure integration of communication,
• protection, and control systems.
• Support permitting processes by preparing or reviewing technical documentation and responding to regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and/or review technical documentation for procurement, and construction phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and coordinated project execution (both with the local team and with the headquarters in Spain).
• Conduct site visits to validate designs and support construction and commissioning activities.
• Optimize electrical designs to improve cost efficiency, constructability, and environmental performance.
• Contribute to internal investment reports by providing technical input for electrical works.
• Supervise electrical contractors and monitor compliance with quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Evaluate technical risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, grid connection standards, and corporate engineering guidelines.

Required Skills and Competencies

EDUCATION

• Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering with a specialization in electricity.
• Additional training in high, medium, and low voltage systems or in renewable energies is valued.

EXPERIENCE

• 2-3 years of experience in regional position managing not only local operations but also in SEA or global scope.
• Experience with substations
• Experience in design, specification, and validation of electrical equipment and systems, preferably in renewable energy infrastructure projects.

SKILLS

• Quality and detail orientation
• Analytical thinking
• Highly technical profile
• Adaptability and proactivity
• Teamwork

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

• Languages. English professional level
• Tools: Design and electrical simulation software is valued (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP).
• Solid knowledge in the design of low, medium, and high voltage systems. Familiarity with electrical regulations and standards applicable to substations, power lines, and photovoltaic and wind power plants

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Leaders in developing infrastructure to design a better planet. Committed to creating a positive impact.

ACCIONA is a global leader in renewable energy, sustainable water management, and regenerative infrastructure, committed to creating a positive legacy for society and the planet.

Where they work

Headquarters Madrid, Community of Madrid