New Ventures Development Engineer

Solarvest; Kuching; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Solarvest in Malaysia is seeking a Project Development Engineer to co-lead the bid development process for Commercial & Industrial Solar, Off-grid Solar, Battery, and Hydrogen projects. You will work with Business Development to craft bidding strategies, prepare cost estimates, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include leading proposal prep, submitting tender documents, tracking timelines, negotiating terms, and staying updated on industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Exposure to tender or proposal preparation is an advantage.
• Knowledge of electrical / solar industry is beneficial.
• Mandarin speaking is an advantage.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading the proposal preparation process, including preparing cost estimates, schedules, and technical specifications.
• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and submission of Solar, Battery and Hydrogen tender documents, including technical schedules, commercial inputs, and compliance checklists
• Track tender timelines, submission deadlines, and evaluation milestones across active bid
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, project delivery, procurement, and QS, to gather inputs required for tender submissions..
• Reviewing and negotiating contract terms and conditions with clients
• Coordinate with external consultants, authorities, and contractors on document requests and submission requirements, coordinating feasibility inputs, authority submissions, and stakeholder correspondence.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of industry standards, licensing approval milestones, and regulations, and incorporating these into the bidding process.
• Reviewing and analyzing tender documents and conducting pre-bid site visits, as necessary.
• Preparing and presenting bid presentations to clients and stakeholders, as well as participating in bid clarification and negotiations.
• Developing bidding strategies to optimize project pricing and win probability
• Developing the Solar + BESS new market for the Company
• Supporting the new business development in BESS and Green Hydrogen

Skills

Engineering exp

Electrical knowledge

Solar industry

Tender experience

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Documentation

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

A Project Development Engineer is responsible for co-leading with the Business Development team the proposal development process for Commercial & Industrial Solar and Off-grid Solar & Battery & Hydrogen. This includes developing and implementing bidding strategies, preparing cost estimates, conducting technical and commercial evaluations, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure the bid meets customer requirements and aligns with the company's business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Leading the proposal preparation process, including preparing cost estimates, schedules, and technical specifications.
• Assist in the preparation, compilation, and submission of Solar, Battery and Hydrogen tender documents, including technical schedules, commercial inputs, and compliance checklists
• Track tender timelines, submission deadlines, and evaluation milestones across active bid
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, project delivery, procurement, and QS, to gather inputs required for tender submissions..
• Reviewing and negotiating contract terms and conditions with clients
• Coordinate with external consultants, authorities, and contractors on document requests and submission requirements, coordinating feasibility inputs, authority submissions, and stakeholder correspondence.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of industry standards, licensing approval milestones, and regulations, and incorporating these into the bidding process.
• Reviewing and analyzing tender documents and conducting pre-bid site visits, as necessary.
• Preparing and presenting bid presentations to clients and stakeholders, as well as participating in bid clarification and negotiations.
• Developing bidding strategies to optimize project pricing and win probability
• Developing the Solar + BESS new market for the Company
• Supporting the new business development in BESS and Green Hydrogen

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Required Skills

• At least 1-2 Year(s) of working experience in Engineering industry.
• Knowledge and experience in Electrical / Solar Industry is an advantage
• Mandarin speaking is an advantage
• Exposure to tender or proposal preparation is an advantage.
• Ability to multi-task and work in fast paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a checklist mindset.
• Strong document management and organisational discipline.
• Willing to travel