Project Engineer/ Project Manager (LSS5+)

Malakoff Corporation; Perak; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Malakoff Corporation in Perak seeks experienced professionals for Project Engineer/Project Manager (LSS5+) to drive large scale solar projects from development through commissioning. The role is based on site, with travel to project locations as needed, and spans the full project lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with utility-scale solar development or execution, strong project management skills, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility scale solar or renewable energy projects (3–5 years for Engineer, 7–10 years for Manager)
• Strong understanding of project management and construction activities
• Familiarity with grid interconnection and regulatory standards is preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willing to travel and be based at project sites when required

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the execution of LSS5+ solar projects from engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project completion stages.
• Coordinate project planning, scheduling, technical execution, and site activities to ensure projects are delivered within approved timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or delays, and implement mitigation measures to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, authorities, utilities providers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on project related matters.
• Review engineering designs, technical specifications, drawings, method statements, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, regulatory standards, project specifications, and company procedures.
• Attend project meetings, site inspections, technical discussions, and progress reviews.
• Manage contractor performance, project reporting, and overall site coordination activities.
• Support testing, commissioning, energization, and handover activities upon project completion.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Site coordination

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related engineering disciplines

Job description

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Career Details

Take the Next Step in Your Career with Malakoff.

Project Engineer/ Project Manager (LSS5+),

Project Management Services Department

Location:

Perak

Date Posted:

25 May 2026

We are looking for experienced and driven professionals to join our team for Large Scale Solar (LSS5+) projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong project execution capabilities, technical expertise, and hands on experience in managing utility scale solar projects from development through construction and commissioning stages.

This role will be involved in coordinating project activities, managing stakeholders, ensuring project timelines are achieved, and supporting the successful delivery of large scale renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the execution of LSS5+ solar projects from engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project completion stages.
• Coordinate project planning, scheduling, technical execution, and site activities to ensure projects are delivered within approved timeline, budget, and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or delays, and implement mitigation measures to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, authorities, utilities providers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on project related matters.
• Review engineering designs, technical specifications, drawings, method statements, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, regulatory standards, project specifications, and company procedures.
• Attend project meetings, site inspections, technical discussions, and progress reviews.
• Manage contractor performance, project reporting, and overall site coordination activities.
• Support testing, commissioning, energization, and handover activities upon project completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related engineering disciplines.
• For Project Engineer role, minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in utility scale solar, renewable energy, power plant, or infrastructure projects.
• For Project Manager role, minimum 7 to 10 years of relevant experience with proven experience leading utility scale solar or major energy related projects.
• Hands on experience in Large Scale Solar (LSS) projects, particularly utility scale solar development or execution, will be an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of project management, engineering coordination, construction activities, and solar project execution processes.
• Familiarity with TNB requirements, grid interconnection, renewable energy regulations, and project compliance standards is preferred.
• Possess good communication, coordination, problem solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced project environment.
• Willing to travel and be based at project sites when required.

Employment Type

This role is offered on a 2 year contract basis for the duration of the LSS5+ project execution phase. Opportunity for contract renewal or extension may be considered based on project continuity and individual performance.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to be involved in large scale renewable energy developments and national energy transition initiatives.
• Exposure to end to end utility scale solar project execution.
• Professional career growth within a growing renewable energy industry.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

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