Onshore Wind Electrical Engineer
Position: Electrical Engineer (Onshore/Offshore)
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Department: Engineering Division
Employment Type: Full-time, Mid-career
About the Company
A leading renewable energy company operating wind and solar power projects across Japan, the U.S., Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company is a domestic leader in onshore wind power and is actively expanding into offshore wind, leveraging its technical expertise and global network.
Job Description
You will be responsible for a wide range of technical tasks related to the construction of wind and solar power plants, both domestically and internationally, with a focus on electrical engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support development of new projects (onshore/offshore)
- Site surveys, basic design, and preparation of technical specifications
- Coordination with power utilities
- Oversight of detailed design and construction by EPC contractors
- Technical evaluation of wind turbines and PV modules
- Technical due diligence for acquisitions (reviewing consultant reports, site visits)
- Conduct technical research and analysis
Note: About 25% of workdays involve domestic or international travel to project sites.
Work Style
- Typically manage 2-3 projects simultaneously
- Balanced involvement across all listed responsibilities
Why Join?
- Develop deep expertise as an electrical engineer in a high-impact, growing industry
- Be part of large-scale, cutting-edge renewable energy projects
- Opportunity to transition from onshore to offshore wind projects
- High compensation standards
- Significant autonomy as a project owner
- Up to 60% remote work possible
- Flat organizational structure with close access to leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile
Target Age Range:
- Late 20s to early 30s: Open to candidates from related industries
- Mid-30s to mid-40s: Expected to be immediately effective
- 40s to 50s: Considered if experienced in the wind power sector
Preferred Background:
- Experience in maintenance, design, or construction management at:
- Power utilities
- Engineering firms
- Independent power producers
Key Selection Criteria:
- Relevant experience (especially in high-voltage plant construction)
- Ownership mindset and proactive work ethic
- Clear motivation for applying
Requirements
Must-Have:
- Academic or professional background in electrical engineering
- Fluent Japanese communication
- Experience in one or more of the following:
- Substation design/construction
- High-voltage electrical systems
- Generator or transformer design
- Licensed electrical chief engineer
- Work experience at a utility, heavy electrical manufacturer, or engineering firm
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