Electrical Design Engineer Low Voltage

Company Description

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 19,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In Southeast Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have multinational staff of more than 500 working in power generation field in Asia.

In line with our increasing business, we are looking for qualified and experienced candidates for Electrical Design Engineer – Low Voltage to be based in Manila, Philippines office.

Scope of Duties

As an Electrical Design Engineer – Low Voltage, you will be responsible for the design, documentation, and coordination of low voltage electrical systems in various projects, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. You will collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver complete and constructible electrical design packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of low voltage electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, earthing/grounding, fire alarm, security, communications and data cabling systems.

• Prepare electrical design calculations such as load calculations, voltage drop, short-circuit, panel schedules and cable sizing for low voltage distribution.

• Create and review electrical drawings: single line diagrams (SLDs), layout plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, riser diagrams and equipment layouts.

• Ensure all design deliverables meet international standards (e.g., IEC/NFPA/NEC/BICSI/TIA) and local electrical codes, and support safe, efficient installations.

• Coordinate with architects, mechanical and structural engineers, and other disciplines to integrate electrical systems into overall project designs.

• Review technical specifications and prepare documentation for procurement of electrical equipment, materials and components.

• Support construction and commissioning phases by answering RFIs, issuing revisions, and providing on-site technical clarification.

• Participate in project meetings and contribute to feasibility studies, technical reports, and client presentations.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Proven experience (typically 3–8+ years) in low voltage electrical design for buildings, industrial facilities or infrastructure projects.

• Strong understanding of electrical design standards and codes related to low voltage systems (e.g., NFPA 70/NEC, IEC 60364, BICSI, TIA/EIA).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit (MEP), BIM tools, and electrical calculation packages.

• Experience in preparing SLDs, panel layouts, cable schedules, equipment specifications, and construction drawings.

• Good knowledge of structured cabling (CAT6/6A/8, fiber optics), power distribution, lighting, UPS backup systems, and life safety systems.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.

• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organisational abilities.

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Well-balanced working hour
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.