EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
What you will do
The Electrical Engineering Project Manager serves as the primary representative of the Engineering Department, responsible for ensuring the Electrical Engineering team delivers consistent, high-quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions in support of wind, solar, and energy storage facility construction. This role oversees and directs the work of third-party consultants, promotes environmental stewardship, and cultivates a strong health and safety culture within the Electrical Engineering group. Main responsibilities:
- Serve as a subject matter expert in electrical engineering, providing technical leadership in the design of high and medium voltage collection systems and substations for solar, wind and BESS systems, and utility compliance requirements.
- Lead, coordinate, and review engineering deliverables from third-party consultants in a timely manner, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with EDPR specifications and all applicable codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NESC, ANSI), and strict adherence to project schedules and budgets..
- Develop and manage comprehensive electrical engineering documentation, including scopes of work, budgets, specifications, schedules, technical exhibits, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Evaluate technical solutions from equipment manufacturers and electrical contractors. Assist procurement teams in vendor selection and contract development.
- Additional duties as required
Work site
Houston, Texas
Portugal
Spain Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's degree preferred). Professional Engineer (PE) licensed preferred, with a minimum of 5+ years' experience in electrical engineering.
- Ability to manage the work of third party consultants and service contracts.
- Knowledge of medium voltage collection system, high-voltage substation equipment, power system dynamics, grid integration, P&C, SCADA, lightning protection, grounding grids , and relevant codes (NEC, IEEE, NEC, ANSI).
- Experience with power system and modeling software, such as ETAP, PSCAD, PSSE, PVsyst, or equivalent, is preferred.
Behavioral Requirements:
- Strong level of initiative and ability to work unsupervised
- Strong organizational commitment and high attention to detail
- Strong leadership and time-management skills
- Demonstrated ability to provide engineering support on multiple concurrent projects
- Ability to plan, schedule, track, and monitor project progress
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
- Ability to work successfully with a team daily in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Physical demands & working conditions:
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
- Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
- Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacion Masfamilia
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
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EDPR
Apr 29, 2026