Engineering Manager
Job Title: Engineering Manager - Renewable Energy
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Industry: Renewable Energy (Solar & Energy Storage)
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and driven Engineering Manager to lead a team of engineers in the development and execution of renewable energy projects in Japan. This is a unique opportunity to join a globally backed company with a strong presence in APAC and a rapidly growing pipeline of solar and energy storage projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of 3-4 engineers across project development, design, and execution phases.
- Oversee engineering deliverables for a 200MW+ pipeline of solar and energy storage projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Japan, Korea, Singapore, and Malaysia.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and international engineering standards.
- Support the transition from Feed-in Tariff (FiT) to Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) models in Japan.
- Coordinate with global teams and leverage international expertise and resources.
- Engage with global offtakers and support technical aspects of PPA negotiations.
- Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and project execution.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field).
- Minimum 7 years of experience in renewable energy, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Proven ability to manage engineering teams and deliver complex infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of Japan's energy market, especially the transition to PPA schemes.
- Excellent communication skills in English; Japanese proficiency is a plus.
- Experience working in multicultural and cross-regional teams.
What's on Offer:
- Opportunity to lead in a high-growth, strategic APAC market.
- Work with a globally recognized platform with strong HQ support.
- Be part of a diverse and collaborative team.
- Contribute to pioneering renewable PPA projects in Japan.
- Competitive compensation and career development opportunities.
Don't hesitate to apply!
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