HV/ Grid Engineer, PH

Levanta Renewables is seeking a HV/Grid Engineer based in Valenzuela, Philippines, to oversee electrical operations for renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include managing electrical designs, coordinating with consultants and contractors, preparing bidding documents, and ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in electrical engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position is not remote.
Levanta Renewables is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer in Southeast Asia. We develop, build and deliver renewable energy solutions that work for each country in support of its transition to renewable energy, and do so in a sustainable manner while helping local communities. With a shared goal towards helping Southeast Asia realise its energy transition and net zero targets, Levanta is backed by Actis, a leading sustainable infrastructure private equity firm. We are developing 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia through M&A and greenfield development of C&I and utility scale projects.

Due to business expansion, we are seeking a HV/ Grid Engineer, PH to be based in the Philippines, reporting to Associate Director, Electrical Engineering in the Utility Scale department.

Role & Responsibilities
• Supervising and overseeing the daily electrical operation of the project, ensuring that the LR’s specifications and requirements are met, reviewing progress and liaising with the Associate Director, Electrical Engineering to monitor costs
• Supporting project development in permitting processes and connection with utility services and administration
• Creating and managing the electrical designs in upstream phases (collection system, electrical networks, grid connection TL, substation…) and technical inputs for the technical, civil designs for the wind and solar projects
• Managing consultants including but limited to electrical design, grid connection, … in support of Development and Construction Activity
• Managing suppliers (transformers, power cables…) and contractors related to the electrical scope and electrical interfaces
• Coordinating the electrical design and engineering activities with the prime objective of ensuring construction activities according to design, specification with the support of the Owner Engineer (if any)
• Responsible for preparing bidding documents, evaluating bids, bid evaluated reports and participating in drafting, negotiating, signing contracts
• Calculating the estimated cost of tenders to ensure that the contract cost is optimized
• Taking responsibility, monitoring and checking legal documents and procedures during development/construction phases and ensuring the project is granted COD license on time after construction is completed
• Coordinating with the external community (client and technical representatives), utility, NGCP, local authorities, and internal client (PM) to ensure approvals are obtained on time
• Coordinating the team schedules, ensuring adequate coverage
• Coordinating and supervising the electrical consultants/ contractors with the team
• Making safety/ environmentally inspections to ensure the site standard is according LR requirement’s
• Checking and preparing site reports, reviewing designs and drawings
• Maintaining quality control procedures
• Finding ways to prevent problems and to solve any that crop up, assessing and minimizing risk
• Performing other support activities necessary for project development purposes
• Helping to negotiate contracts and secure permits and licenses
• Supporting the Engineering team for other development tasks requested by managers

Ideal candidate should possess
• Undergraduate/ University Degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design/ supervisory/ construction energy projects (Power plants/Substation and transmission lines) is required
• Understanding the National/ International standards; Requirement of NGCP, DOE and authorities for Power plant/ Power grid projects is a must
• Understanding the existing/ planned power systems in the Philippines
• Working experience with project/ contract management and electrical contractor/ integrator is a required
• Intermediate skills in Electrical cost planning, cost estimating and analysis
• Good knowledge of electrical equipment and materials, construction/ installation methods and regulations
• Problem-solving skills
• Having on-site experience installing/ supervising/ inspecting energy projects
• Understanding of regulations and technical requirements for electrical parts in the renewable energy projects
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent English verbal and written skills, excellent communication skills, personable, team player
• High proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point, Project), CAD required
• Motivated and self-starter is a plus
• Willingness to learn, train and develop new skills

Why Levanta

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity and inclusion are valued at every level. We actively seek to recruit talent from diverse backgrounds and communities without regard to gender, identity, race, religion, nationality, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected status, by law.

We believe in creating a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success and as a company, we are committed to supporting and facilitating your growth and aspirations. If we can do anything to make your interview positive and comfortable, please let us know.

Interested candidate please apply directly through our website at https://www.levantarenewables.com/join-us/hv-grid-engineer-ph/