Design Engineer (Utility, Transmission, BESS)

Leader Energy Holding; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a Design Engineer to provide technical support for utility-scale projects. Responsibilities include preparing technical proposals, liaising with clients, and supporting project execution. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in electrical transmission systems.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dependent Coverage

Health Screening Programs

Competitive EPF Contributions

Dental Coverage

Optical Coverage

Bonuses

Qualifications

• More than 3 years of experience in electrical transmission systems.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support project team in utility-scale project execution.
• Prepare or review shop drawings and design calculation reports.
• Liaise with clients on technical requirements.

Skills

Engineering Drawings

Design Interpretation

MS Office

Knowledge of ETAP

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS Tools

Job description

To provide technical support to business development (BD) and project execution by preparing or reviewing technical proposals and other deliverables to ensure technical conformance and compliance.

Primary job responsibilities, but not limited to:

1. Support project team in utility-scale project execution.
2. Prepare or review shop drawings and design calculation reports, such as cable sizing, etc.
3. Liaise with clients on technical requirements.
4. Liaise with consultants or authorities for design approval.
5. Provide technical support and advice on design and engineering to the project team.
6. Assist the project team with technical advice during installation.
7. Support Business Development team in utility-scale tenders or proposal submissions.
8. Conduct site surveys and prepare feasibility study reports.
9. Perform technical assessments.
10. Prepare costing for commercial proposals.
11. Prepare designs and datasheets for PSS 1 submissions.
12. Assist in procurement processes.
13. Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and specifications for procurement sourcing.
14. Review quotations and price lists from contractors or vendors, providing technical analysis to procurement.
15. Support the construction team during project execution.
16. Attend testing and commissioning activities (FAT, SAT, etc.).
17. Provide feedback in quality control processes.
18. Review shop drawings/proposals from contractors or vendors and comment according to authority requirements and local/international standards.
19. Evaluate contractor performance in terms of design and installation as part of quality control.
20. Provide support for utility-scale proposals or projects in other regions.
21. Address plant technical issues as required.
22. Liaise with other teams for feedback on design and costing for continuous improvement.
23. Propose BESS capacity according to project requirements.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills, Competencies, and Other Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• More than 3 years of experience in electrical transmission systems or grid interconnection facilities.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret requirements and apply them to design.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and PDF tools.
• Knowledge of ETAP or other PSS tools is advantageous.
• Work environment: 90% office, 10% on-site.
• On-site support may be required.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What is your expected monthly salary?
• What qualifications do you have?
• How many years of experience do you have as a design engineer?
• Which CAD software do you have experience with?
• Which Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment background check?
• Are you willing to travel for this role when required?

Leader Energy is a fully renewable IPP with nearly 3 decades of experience in clean energy across Asia. We develop, own, and operate renewable power assets, including solar, hydro, wind, battery storage, and high-voltage transmission infrastructure across multiple regional markets. Driven by our commitment to sustainability and innovation, we aim to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030. Our strategy focuses on delivering reliable, affordable, and low-carbon energy to support Asia’s energy security and climate goals. Guided by ESG principles, we integrate environmental and social impacts into our operations.

Perks and benefits include medical coverage, dependent coverage, health screening programs, competitive EPF contributions, dental and optical coverage, and bonuses.