Engineering Manager

Hunters International; Klang City; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunters International is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee the design and drafting functions for solar and renewable energy projects, guiding a mix of junior and senior staff to deliver high-quality engineering deliverables.

You will lead EPC project design activities, ensure compliance with technical standards and regulatory requirements, and collaborate with project, procurement, and contracts teams to keep design on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• 8+ years of engineering experience with supervision of design teams.
• Experience with solar or renewable energy EPC projects preferred.
• CGPV certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of drafters, design leads, and drafting managers.
• Allocate workload to ensure timely project delivery.
• Mentor staff to enhance technical competency.
• Conduct performance evaluations and establish KPIs.
• Review and supervise designs for solar PV & renewable systems.
• Ensure designs meet specifications, standards, and regs.
• Approve final design packages for clients or construction handover.
• Coordinate with Project, Procurement & Contracts teams.
• Provide updates on progress, risks and technical issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Helioscope

PVSyst

Job description

The Engineering Manager will oversee the design and drafting functions for solar and renewable energy projects, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables. The role involves managing a mix of junior and senior technical staff, coordinating EPC project design activities, and ensuring compliance with technical standards, client requirements, and renewable energy regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of drafters, design leads, and drafting managers.
• Allocate and prioritise workload across team members to ensure timely project delivery.
• Mentor and guide team members to enhance technical competency and performance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and establish KPIs aligned with project and departmental objectives.

2. Project Design Oversight

• Review and supervise all engineering designs and drawings for solar PV and renewable energy systems.
• Ensure all designs comply with project specifications, EPC standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve final design packages prior to submission to clients or handover to construction teams

3. Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with Project, Procurement, and Contracts teams to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project timelines.
• Act as the main point of contact for technical queries from clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on design progress, risks, and technical issues.

4. Quality & Compliance

• Enforce engineering standards, renewable energy best practices, and design guidelines.
• Conduct design reviews, technical audits, and risk assessments to ensure quality and compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements in design workflows and documentation.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest renewable energy technologies, design tools, and EPC methodologies.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• At least 8 years of relevant engineering experience, including supervision of design teams.
• Experience managing a mix of junior and senior staff (drafters, leads, or managers).
• Hands-on experience with solar or renewable energy EPC projects is preferred.
• Proficiency in engineering and design tools, including:
  • AutoCAD
  • Helioscope
  • PVSyst
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Possession of CGPV certification (preferred/added advantage).

Working Location:

Remuneration:

Up to MYR 15,000