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title: Senior Electrical Engineer
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# Senior Electrical Engineer

SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consultancy groups
specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300
employees, SYSTRA’s mission is to design safe and sustainable transport
solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate
access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to
contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their
infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their
projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the
testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its
services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover
internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners
in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the
mobility of tomorrow.

## Context

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the design,
development, and delivery of electrical engineering solutions for a wide range
of projects. Specifically for Power System (HV, MV, LV), Lighting, Small power,
& ELV systems. This role provides advanced technical expertise across all phases
of project execution, from concept development and detailed design to
construction support and commissioning. Oversees the preparation and review of
electrical design documents, calculations, specifications, and drawings,
ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and
company quality procedures

## Missions/Main Duties

- Performs and oversees a comprehensive range of electrical design and
  engineering calculation activities to ensure system safety, functionality,
  efficiency, and compliance with applicable codes and standards. These include,
  but are not limited to, load calculations, voltage drop calculations, cable
  sizing, containment sizing, lighting lux calculations, short circuit studies,
  distribution system layout development, load flow analysis, earthing and
  grounding calculations, and other technical assessments required to complete
  project design requirements.
- Performs and reviews ELV system design and calculation work, including fire
  alarm systems, building management systems, access control systems, and other
  ELV systems as required by the project, ensuring proper integration,
  operability, and compliance with project specifications and applicable
  standards.
- Ensures full compliance with the Philippine National Standards (PNS),
  Philippine Electrical Code, NEC, IEEE Standards, Fire Code of the Philippines,
  NFPA, and all other relevant local and international codes, regulations, and
  standards applicable to the project.
- Collaborates closely with internal and external project teams, including other
  engineering disciplines, clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and
  stakeholders, to ensure the seamless integration of electrical and ELV systems
  into the overall project design and execution strategy.
- Prepares and provides regular reports on project progress, issues, concerns,
  constraints, and corresponding resolutions to the MEPF Manager, Team Lead,
  Senior Management, and other relevant stakeholders, ensuring timely
  communication, effective monitoring of deliverables, and proper escalation of
  critical matters.
- Supports project planning, technical decision-making, resource coordination,
  and design review activities, while carrying out other responsibilities as
  assigned by the MEPF Manager, Team Lead, or authorized project leadership in
  support of project requirements.
- Promotes the sharing of technical knowledge, engineering standards, and
  industry best practices while mentoring junior engineers and designers to
  strengthen their technical capability and enhance overall team performance and
  project delivery quality.
- Provides technical guidance and supervision to drafters, designers, and junior
  engineers by preparing, reviewing, and approving drawing mark-ups and design
  instructions, and by serving as a technical reference to support the
  production of accurate engineering drawings and coordinated deliverables.
- Reviews, checks, and monitors design deliverables to ensure that work prepared
  by drafters and engineers is completed efficiently, consistently, and in
  accordance with company QA/QC procedures, technical standards, and project
  requirements.
- Ensures that all design processes, calculations, QA/QC reviews, revisions,
  technical evaluations, iterations, and test analyses are properly documented,
  organized, and stored in the SPI server or designated project drive in
  compliance with project documentation and document control requirements.
-  As necessary/required in the project:
  - Conducts site surveys, existing facility assessments, and feasibility
    studies for renovation, rehabilitation, and new projects as required.
  - Reviews and recommendations of vendor submittals, technical proposals, and
    test reports to verify quality, compliance, and suitability for project
    application.
  - Provides construction and technical support during project execution,
    including responses to RFIs, submittal reviews, preparation of design
    specification documents, and development of operational manuals.

## Profile/Skills

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- PEE or Master’s degree is an advantage.
- Proven experience (minimum 8 years) in leadership roles overseeing Electrical
  Engineering teams.
- Strong knowledge of building codes, electrical standards, V.E. techniques, and
  electrical design principles.
- Proficiency in using engineering and design software ( ETAP, DiAlux, AutoCAD,
  and other applicable design software for electrical). Knowledge in Revit and
  BIM is an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and budgets
  effectively.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the
  ability to mentor and inspire team members.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail and
  quality assurance practices.
- Knowledge of sustainable engineering practices, energy efficiency standards,
  and regulatory compliance.
- Capability to lead cross-functional projects and work with consultant,
  designer, contractors, and stakeholders.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all
applicants.

## Workplace Type

On-site