Onsite Lead Electrical Engineer - Renewable Projects

UEM Lestra Berhad; Johor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UEM Lestra Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Site Electrical Engineer to lead and manage on-site electrical engineering execution for large-scale renewable energy project portfolios, ensuring safe delivery on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include design management, grid connection, construction supervision, testing, commissioning, and handover of all electrical systems to achieve COD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Renewables Engineering preferred.
• Technical knowledge in solar/renewable energy systems.
• Strong problem-solving and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise on-site installation of LV, MV and HV electrical systems and substations.
• Review and ensure design deliverables (SLD, layouts, protection, earthing) are constructible and compliant.
• Coordinate with EPC, OEMs and grid utilities; ensure FAT, SAT, commissioning and energisation activities.
• Manage site inspections, permits, approvals and ensure readiness for energisation and COD.
• Ensure QA/QC, HSE adherence, progress reporting and risk updates.
• Provide technical support through construction, commissioning and handover, including as-built documentation.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Electrical/Renewables Engineering

Job description

UEM Lestra Berhad in Malaysia is seeking a Site Electrical Engineer to lead and manage on-site electrical engineering execution for large-scale renewable energy project portfolios, ensuring safe delivery on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include design management, grid connection, construction supervision, testing, commissioning, and handover of all electrical systems to achieve COD.