Protégé Trainee - Solar Project Engineer

Maxis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxis is seeking a candidate to drive Solar PV projects through design, installation and commissioning, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. You will survey sites, develop PV layouts, and liaise with authorities to secure approvals, while supporting pre-sales with technical insights.

The role requires a engineering or renewable energy background and SEDA GCPV certification, with readiness to travel to project locations and work on-site in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or renewable energy required.
• SEDA GCPV Design certification is mandatory.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience with solar PV design and electrical drawings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and technical assessments for PV feasibility.
• Design PV systems, prepare proposals, layouts, and SLDs.
• Review documents from EPCC partners for compliance to standards.
• Supervise installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Prepare commissioning reports and related documents.
• Coordinate with authorities to obtain project approvals.
• Provide technical support during pre-sales and inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams and EPCC partners for delivery.
• Perform other duties to support PV projects.

Skills

Engineering design

Engineering drawings interpretation

Technical communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Renewable Energy

SEDA GCPV Design certification

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Are you ready to get ahead in your career?

• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?

Drive Solar PV projects by overseeing engineering, installation, and commissioning to ensure standard and safety compliance, safe, and timely delivery while coordinating with installers and customers throughout design, installation and post installation stages

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and technical assessments to determine the feasibility of Solar PV installations.
• Design Solar PV systems and prepare technical proposals, PV layouts, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), and other engineering documents.
• Review engineering documents submitted by EPCC partners to ensure compliance with project requirements, Maxis’ standards, and industry regulations.
• Supervise Solar PV installation, testing, and commissioning (T&C) activities, and prepare the required commissioning documentation.
• Perform testing and commissioning of completed Solar PV systems and prepare all required commissioning documentation and reports.
• Liaise with TNB, ST, SEDA, and other relevant authorities to obtain project approvals and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical support during pre-sales activities and respond to customer technical inquiries.
• Coordinate with internal teams and EPCC partners to ensure successful project delivery.
• Perform other duties and support Solar PV projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Renewable Energy, or related discipline.
• SEDA GCPV Design certification
• Strong ability to prepare and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Able to use standard solar design and CAD software.
• Hands-on experience in installation, testing, and commissioning is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with MS 1837, MS 2692, OSHA Act, ST guidelines, and TNB requirements.
• Comfortable working in an on-site environment and willing to travel to project locations
• Language: English and Bahasa Malaysia

Duration of Programme

Starting September for 12 months

Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward our employees based on capability & performance — regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality or physical ability.