Project Engineer (Large Scale Solar)

Samaiden Group; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaiden Group is seeking a Project Engineer to manage full project lifecycles within renewable energy and infrastructure sectors in Malaysia. You will coordinate across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1-2 years of relevant experience, with exposure to utility-scale solar PV or related RE projects. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/ Renewable Energy) or any related discipline
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or utilities projects (Fresh Graduate is encouraged to apply)
• Exposure to utility-scale solar PV projects or other RE infrastructure
• Knowledge of grid interconnection procedures, EPCC workflows, and LSS regulatory frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from planning to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate LSS project activities across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, and resource plans, including efficient allocation of labour, materials, and equipment.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, suppliers, and authorities such as TNB, ST, and SEDA) to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, performance, risks, and quality, while managing issues, contractual matters, and ensuring compliance with HSE and QA/QC standards.
• Prepare project reports, support regulatory submissions, lead meetings, assist in testing and commissioning, and drive continuous improvement within the project team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Role and Responsibilitie

• Manage the full project lifecycle from planning to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate LSS project activities across design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, and resource plans, including efficient allocation of labour, materials, and equipment.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, suppliers, and authorities such as TNB, ST, and SEDA) to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress, performance, risks, and quality, while managing issues, contractual matters, and ensuring compliance with HSE and QA/QC standards.
• Prepare project reports, support regulatory submissions, lead meetings, assist in testing and commissioning, and drive continuous improvement within the project team.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/ Renewable Energy) or any related discipline
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or utilities projects. Fresh Graduate is encourage to apply
• Exposure to utility-scale solar PV projects or other RE infrastructure
• Strong organisational and coordination skills with an eye for details
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across level
• Self-driven, dependable, and able to work independently
• Knowledge of grid interconnection procedures, EPCC workflows, and LSS regulatory frameworks is a plus.