Project Development Engineer (LSS)

Solarvest; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd is seeking a Project Development Engineer - Utility to drive renewables project development in Malaysia. You will coordinate approvals, liaise with authorities, and support technical and financial milestones across the project lifecycle.

You will collaborate with engineering, business development, legal, and finance teams to align inputs, conduct due diligence, and prepare tender/EPCC documentation while maintaining trackers and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project development, preferably renewables, infrastructure or utilities.
• Experience in land acquisition, permitting and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and permitting landscape in Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and submission of documents for DO, ROW and authority approvals.
• Coordinate with councils, utilities, land authorities and government agencies to track progress.
• Support land/site assessments, due diligence, and feasibility studies (technical, grid, environmental).
• Work with internal teams to consolidate input and align milestones.
• Maintain documentation and trackers to monitor timelines, approvals, and progress.
• Support the Project Development Lead in stakeholder meetings, client engagements and site visits.
• Assist in tender and EPCC preparation activities, including scope, cost input, and document collation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Proactive team player

Renewable energy passion

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

3+ years project development

Land acquisition experience

Regulatory & permitting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project or related field

Job description

• Assist in the preparation and submission of technical documents required for DO, ROW, and authority approvals.
• Coordinate with local councils, utility companies, land authorities, and other government agencies to track and follow up on application progress.
• Support land and site assessments, due diligence, and feasibility studies (technical, grid, environmental).
• Work closely with internal teams (engineering, BD, legal, finance) to consolidate input and align project development milestones.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and trackers to monitor submission timelines, approval status, and project progress.
• Support the Project Development Lead in stakeholder meetings, client engagements, and site visits.
• Assist in tender and EPCC preparation activities, including scope definition, cost input, and document collation.

Job Description

Project Development Engineer - Utility

Designation

Project Development Engineer

Designation Code

ABSB_EO_Role_169

Company

Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd

Department

Project Development - Utility

Country

Malaysia

Industry

Renewables & Environment

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of technical documents required for DO, ROW, and authority approvals.
• Coordinate with local councils, utility companies, land authorities, and other government agencies to track and follow up on application progress.
• Support land and site assessments, due diligence, and feasibility studies (technical, grid, environmental).
• Work closely with internal teams (engineering, BD, legal, finance) to consolidate input and align project development milestones.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and trackers to monitor submission timelines, approval status, and project progress.
• Support the Project Development Lead in stakeholder meetings, client engagements, and site visits.
• Assist in tender and EPCC preparation activities, including scope definition, cost input, and document collation.

Required Skills

• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to handle multiple workstreams under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and confidence to liaise with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive team player with a positive, solution-driven mindset.
• Passion for renewable energy and interest in project development lifecycle from early stage to financial close.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project development, preferably in renewable energy, infrastructure, or utilities.
• Experience in housing/township development, or other greenfield projects is a strong advantage.
• Proven track record in managing land acquisition, permitting, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory and permitting landscape for infrastructure or energy projects in Malaysia (or applicable country).