Site Electrical Engineer

ib vogt GmbH; Ajuy; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ib vogt GmbH is recruiting a Site Electrical Engineer to manage all electrical engineering aspects of PV projects, including LV, MV, and HV installation, testing, and commissioning. You will ensure alignment with design specs, safety regulations, and project timelines while coordinating with project teams and suppliers.

Strong leadership and 3+ years of experience in renewable energy are expected. The role requires collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of expertise in the power utilities, renewable energy, or large-scale construction industry.
• Licensed Electrical Engineer.
• Proficiency in construction methodologies and techniques.
• Familiarity with industry-relevant software.
• Knowledgeable in solar PV construction works including related testing & commissioning methodology and requirements for each equipment.
• Knowledgeable in MV and HV substation construction works including related testing & commissioning methodology and requirements for each equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering standards, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in ground mounted solar power plant rolling terrain is an added advantage.
• Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) and Construction Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) certifications an added advantage.
• English and Ilonggo (local dialect)

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical construction and installation activities, including testing & commissioning of electrical systems.
• Ensure construction processes comply with drawings, design specifications, and industry standards.
• Conduct inspections to maintain quality control across electrical works.
• Identify, report, and resolve any non-conformities or defects in construction.
• Work closely with project managers, design engineers, and other site professionals.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Monitor and report progress, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing work schedules, resource allocation plans, and risk assessments.
• Enforce site-specific safety protocols and conduct regular safety inspections.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory safety requirements.
• Prepare reports for management, summarizing progress and challenges.
• Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, material usage, and equipment logs.

Skills

Power utilities experience

Site management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Electrical Engineer

Tools

Industry software

Job description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally.

As a manufacturer-independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor‑made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns.

Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 Gigawatt. We employ over 840 specialists, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and South East Asia.

Job Description

The Site Electrical Engineer is responsible for managing all electrical engineering aspects of the project, including electrical equipment installation works for PV, LV, MV, and HV system, and testing & commissioning, ensuring that construction activities align with design specifications, safety regulations, and project timelines.

1. Oversee all electrical construction and installation activities, including testing & commissioning of electrical systems.

2. Ensure construction processes comply with technical drawings, design specifications, and industry standards.

3. Conduct inspections to maintain quality control across all electrical engineering works.

4. Identify, report, and resolve any non-conformities or defects in construction.

5. Work closely with project managers, design engineers, and other site professionals.

6. Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.

7. Monitor and report progress, ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.

8. Assist in preparing and reviewing work schedules, resource allocation plans, and risk assessments.

9. Enforce site‑specific safety protocols and conduct regular safety inspections.

10. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory safety requirements.

11. Prepare reports for management, summarizing progress, and any challenges encountered.

12. Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, material usage, and equipment logs.

Qualifications

1. Minimum of 3 years of expertise in the power utilities, renewable energy, or large scale construction industry. This role requires strong technical acumen, site management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

2. Licensed Electrical Engineer

3. Proficiency in construction methodologies and techniques.

4. Familiarity with industry‑relevant software.

5. Knowledgeable in solar PV construction works including related testing & commissioning methodology and requirements for each equipment.

6. Knowledgeable in MV and HV substation construction works including related testing & commissioning methodology and requirements for each equipment.

7. Strong understanding of electrical engineering standards, codes, and regulations.

8. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

9. Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

10. Experience in ground mounted solar power plant rolling terrain is an added advantage.

11. Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) and Construction Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) certifications an added advantage.

12. English and Ilonggo (local dialect)

Additional Information

• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
• An open-minded, friendly, dynamic, and highly motivated team
• Interesting and challenging tasks, and thus a scope of professional growth and development
• We encourage both team work and personal responsibility
• Very good opportunities for professional and personal development
• Competitive remuneration, and otherexciting benefits

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.