Grid Connection Lead – Solar & Storage (Malaysia)

RUNJIAN (M) SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RUNJIAN (M) SDN. BHD. seeks anElectrical/Energy Engineer to lead grid connection applications and regulatory compliance for solar PV and energy storage projects in Malaysia. The role coordinates OSC submissions, regulatory approvals, and pre-connection inspections to ensure timely grid connection.

You will work with TNB, SEDA, and Suruhanjaya Tenaga, managing documentation, risk, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with local standards and capacity requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in renewable energy, particularly solar PV or energy storage grid connection applications, regulatory compliance, or power engineering projects in Malaysia.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysia’s Electricity Supply Act 1990 and relevant technical and regulatory standards.
• Native or fluent in Bahasa Malaysia or English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong regulatory awareness, attention to compliance and detail, and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Grid Connection Applications & Process Management: Manage grid connection applications for solar PV and energy storage projects in Malaysia, including submissions through TNB’s One Stop Centre (OSC). Follow up on technical assessments, site surveys, connection proposals, and approvals to ensure projects are connected to the grid as planned.
• Regulatory Compliance & Licensing: Manage regulatory approvals and licensing based on project capacity, including applications to Suruhanjaya Tenaga and SEDA where applicable. Coordinate CAS reports, EIA, and other regulatory documents for non-domestic solar projects.
• Inspection, Testing & Grid Connection: Coordinate pre-connection inspections and ensure all required compliance documents are complete and properly maintained, including project approvals, equipment certifications, construction records, and test reports. Submit PV system information and testing documentation, including Form G/H, and coordinate meter installation, system testing, and final grid connection.
• Local Stakeholder & Government Relations: Act as the key contact with TNB, SEDA, Suruhanjaya Tenaga, local authorities, and other stakeholders. Maintain relationships, stay updated on regulatory requirements, and resolve issues affecting approval/connection.
• Internal Coordination & Risk Management: Engage early in project development to assess grid capacity and provide practical recommendations. Identify risks, help avoid delays, and coordinate with delivery teams to accelerate approval processes.

Job description

RUNJIAN (M) SDN. BHD. seeks anElectrical/Energy Engineer to lead grid connection applications and regulatory compliance for solar PV and energy storage projects in Malaysia. The role coordinates OSC submissions, regulatory approvals, and pre-connection inspections to ensure timely grid connection.

You will work with TNB, SEDA, and Suruhanjaya Tenaga, managing documentation, risk, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with local standards and capacity requirements.