Copenhagen Infrastructure Service Company (CISC) - a company working exclusively for the global fund management company Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), is currently looking for a Grid Engineer (Manager) to join the team in Metro Manila, Philippines.
The role
The Grid Engineer (Manager) plays a critical role in the successful development and execution of renewable energy projects by ensuring seamless integration with the grid network. This position leads the technical strategy and execution for grid connectivity, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to assess feasibility, manage interconnection processes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role is essential in de-risking projects and enabling timely, cost-effective delivery of clean energy solutions.
Responsibilities will further consist of:
Lead grid connection assessment, strategy formulation, route identification (including re-routings) and execution for renewable energy projects.
Serve as the liaison with NGCP and manage System Impact Studies (SIS), grid feasibility assessments, and interconnection applications
Develop and supervise the engineering of high voltage installations, substations and high voltage lines, from basic engineering, permitting engineering, bidding documents engineering, and detailed engineering, including ensuring compliance with national grid codes and safety standards.
Support project development from early-stage feasibility through to execution and commissioning
Collaborate with engineering, permitting, and commercial teams to align grid strategy with project timelines.
Performing other tasks as assigned by the direct manager
Main stakeholders:
Business Development Director
Project development team members
External project stakeholders such as NGCP, government agencies, technical consultants and contractors
You
Bachelor's/Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
Licensed Electrical Engineer or equivalent is highly preferred.
8-10 years working experience within the energy/electric industry, with extensive experience in grid assessment, grid connection, transmission line, and substations for utility scale energy projects. Former experience with National Grid Corporation of the Philippines is a plus.
We look for the following in a candidate
Regulatory knowledge: in-depth understanding of the Philippine energy market, regulatory processes and permitting requirements
Stakeholder management: can coordinate with partners and maintain key stakeholder relationships
Good network: must have an established network of industry professionals, consultants, contractors, and suppliers for various stages and scope of works of development activities.
Good communication skills: Fluent in English and Filipino with strong communication and presentation skills, including having ability to document project information and risks in a concise manner.
Team-oriented: ability to take initiative and work proactively within a lean team and manage different workstreams simultaneously.
Highly responsible and motivated individual who is thriving in a highly effective and innovative environment
The process
Please apply online as soon as possible as applications will be processed on an ongoing basis. For questions related to the role, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. We do not include CV's and Cover Letters sent by email.
As we continue to improve our candidate experience, diversity and avoid unconscious bias, please avoid having a photo in your CV. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality for all applicants.
Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations and ownership.
CISC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion
CISC is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard. A diverse workforce allows CISC to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving. We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, nationality, and ethnicity.
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Service Company
CISC is a service company working exclusively for Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). CISC is owned by the funds managed by CIP with the purpose of delivering best-in-class services to the growing portfolio of renewable assets.
We engage in the energy transition through specialist services, project development and value creation with trusted third-party suppliers. Our core focus is conducting due-diligence, development, construction, and operations of renewable assets, and we deliver a range of services within technical, commercial, and financial management, compliance, tax, legal, transaction and ESG.
We provide global support and a local presence in our key markets, and our teams are continuously delivering and developing services that are tailored to our wide range of projects – from offshore and onshore wind, solar and battery energy storage systems, to advanced bioenergy assets. For more information, please visit cisc.dk.
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What We Do
CISC is a service company working exclusively for Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). CISC is owned by the funds managed by CIP with the purpose of delivering best-in-class services to the growing portfolio of renewable assets.
We engage in the energy transition through specialist services, project development and value creation with trusted third-party suppliers. Our core focus is conducting due-diligence, development, construction, and operations of renewable assets, and we deliver a range of services within technical, commercial, and financial management, compliance, tax, legal, transaction and ESG.
We provide global support and a local presence in our key markets, and our teams are continuously delivering and developing services that are tailored to our wide range of projects – from offshore and onshore wind, solar and battery energy storage systems, to advanced bioenergy assets.
