PROJECT ENGINEER – SOLAR POWER PLANT

SC Estate Builder Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Estate Builder Berhad is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for complete lifecycle management of solar power plant projects. The role involves traveling and being stationed overseas for approximately three years, coordinating cross-discipline works from construction to commissioning, and delivering hands-on training to the overseas team.

The candidate should have a degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering and 5+ years in solar PV, with strong understanding of PV systems, SCADA and

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy or related field.
• Preferably 5+ years of experience in solar PV projects.
• Complete solar power plant project experience from construction through testing and commissioning.
• Experience with large scale or utility-scale solar projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate solar power plant projects from construction through completion.
• Supervise civil, structural, mechanical and electrical works for PV plants.
• Coordinate installation of PV modules, mounting structures, inverters and electrical systems.
• Coordinate grid interconnection works, testing and commissioning.
• Review drawings, method statements and project specifications.
• Monitor schedules, progress, quality and site safety.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers and authorities.
• Provide technical training and knowledge transfer to overseas project team.
• Prepare progress and technical reports; document project activities.
• Ensure overseas team can operate, maintain and manage the plant independently.

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

English communication

Education

Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer with hands-on experience in the complete development, construction, installation, testing and commissioning of Solar Power Plant projects.

The successful candidate will also be required to travel and be based overseas for approximately three (3) years, where he/she will be responsible for supporting project implementation and providing technical training and knowledge transfer to the local project team.

Position: Project Engineer - Solar Power Plant
Employment: Full-Time / Overseas Assignment
Overseas Assignment: 3 Years

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate solar power plant projects from construction stage through completion.

Supervise civil, structural, mechanical and electrical works related to solar PV power plants.

Coordinate installation of PV modules, mounting structures, inverters, transformers, switchgears, cabling and related electrical systems.

Coordinate grid interconnection works, testing and commissioning.

Review engineering drawings, method statements, technical submissions and project specifications.

Monitor project schedules, work progress, quality and site safety.

Coordinate with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and relevant authorities.

Troubleshoot technical and site-related issues.

Prepare project progress reports, technical reports and project documentation.

Conduct testing, commissioning and handover activities.

Provide technical training and practical guidance to the overseas project team.

Develop training materials, SOPs, work procedures and technical guidelines.

Transfer technical knowledge to local engineers, supervisors and technicians.

Ensure the overseas team is capable of independently operating, maintaining and managing the solar power plant upon completion of the training programme.

Requirements:

Degree / Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering or related field.

Preferably 5 years or more of relevant experience in solar PV projects.

Candidates must have complete solar power plant project experience, preferably from construction through Testing & Commissioning and COD.

Experience in Large Scale Solar (LSS), utility-scale solar or solar power plant projects will be a strong advantage.

Good understanding of PV systems, inverters, transformers, MV/HV systems, substations, SCADA and grid connection.

Able to read and understand engineering drawings, SLDs and technical specifications.

Strong project coordination, problem-solving and leadership skills.

Experience training engineers or technical teams will be an added advantage.

Good communication skills in English.

Must be willing to travel and be stationed overseas for approximately three (3) years.

Able to work independently and adapt to an international working environment.

What We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in an engineer who has personally gone through the full lifecycle of a solar power plant project and is capable of not only managing the technical works but also teaching, guiding and developing an overseas engineering team.

Attractive remuneration and overseas assignment benefits will be offered to the right candidate.