Substation Maintenance Engineer

Aboitiz Power; Panabo; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

AboitizPower is seeking a Substation Specialist in Tagum City, Philippines. You will develop a maintenance plan for electrical substations to ensure reliability and compliance with industry standards, and collaborate with the North Davao Engineering Operations Department to deliver results and build your skills.

Responsibilities include scheduling maintenance plans, logging inspection and maintenance records in the AMS, analyzing data for health indices and forecasts, generating maintenance work

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Electrical Engineer with a BS in Electrical Engineering.
• Entry-level position; no prior professional work experience required.
• Knowledge of safety, health and environmental management practices is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and schedule comprehensive maintenance plans for electrical substation assets to ensure resource availability and optimal performance.
• Log, update, and manage daily inspection, testing, and maintenance records in the Work and Asset Management database.
• Analyze aggregated technical data to generate equipment condition insights, health indices, and forecasts that support budgeting and decision-making.
• Generate routine and corrective maintenance work orders, conduct operational risk assessments, and handle department CAPEX and OPEX reporting.
• Facilitate administrative tasks such as contractor billing, materials requisitions, switching or normalization activities, and ensure compliance with ISO IMS, AMS, and safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical safety

Asset management system familiarity

Data analysis

Substation equipment handling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Registered Electrical Engineer (Professional License)

Tools

AMS

Substation testing equipment

Job description

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Company: Davao Light and Power Co., Inc.

Department: DLPC North Davao Engineering Operations Department

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Substation Specialist

Location: Tagum City, Philippines

Job Level: Staff

Business Unit: Davao Light and Power Co., Inc.

Power your future with AboitizPower.

As Substation Specialist, you will develop a maintenance plan for electrical substations to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards, and contribute directly to transforming energy for a better world. You will work closely with the North Davao Engineering Operations Department to deliver results, create positive community impact, and develop your skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Develop and schedule comprehensive maintenance plans for electrical substation assets to ensure resource availability and optimal performance.
• Log, update, and manage daily inspection, testing, and maintenance records in the Work and Asset Management database.
• Analyze aggregated technical data to generate equipment condition insights, health indices, and forecasts that support budgeting and decision-making.
• Generate routine and corrective maintenance work orders, conduct operational risk assessments, and handle department CAPEX and OPEX reporting.
• Facilitate key administrative tasks such as contractor billing, materials requisitions, switching or normalization activities, and ensure compliance with ISO IMS, AMS, and safety guidelines.

To Succeed in this Role, we need someone who:

• Demonstrates advanced capability in Substation Equipment Handling, Maintenance, and Component Operations (Level 4).
• Possesses exceptional skills in Substation and Electrical Equipment Technical Analysis and Evaluation (Level 4).
• Exhibits proficiency in handling and operating specialized substation tools and equipment (Level 3).
• Shows strong dedication to maintaining high safety, environmental, and asset management standards in the field.

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience:

• Must be a Registered Electrical Engineer (Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering).
• Entry-level position (No prior professional work experience required).

Technical / Functional Skills:

• Basic Awareness on Safety and Health (Level 2).
• Basic Awareness on Environmental Management (Level 2).
• Hazardous Chemical/ Materials Handling (Level 2).
• Electrical Safety (Level 2).
• Basic Awareness on Asset Management System (AMS) (Level 1).

Our Culture & Commitment to You: Powering Your Future

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring to our mission.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group's investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.

Together, let's power your future.