Senior Solar Project Architect

Solarvest; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Solarvest in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Project Development Engineer to drive the development of commercial and industrial solar projects. The role partners with sales and design teams to deliver optimized solutions and cost-effective proposals.

You will lead technical proposal development, site assessments, system design, cost estimation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring feasibility from concept to project handover. Travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering (or related).
• 2–4 years of experience in project development, proposal engineering, or similar in solar/renewable energy.
• Proficiency in solar design software (PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English, Malay, and Mandarin (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Technical Proposal Development: collaborate with sales to develop customized C&I solar solutions and prepare detailed technical proposals.
• Site Assessment and Feasibility Studies: perform site visits, shading analysis, and grid interconnection considerations.
• System Design and Optimization: develop preliminary designs and optimize layouts, equipment, and configurations.
• Cost Estimation and Budgeting: create BOMs and project cost estimations; work with procurement.
• Stakeholder Communication: provide technical support and present proposals to clients.
• Regulatory and Compliance Support: ensure compliance with local regulations and safety standards.
• Continuous Improvement: stay updated on solar PV technologies and regulatory changes.

Skills

English proficiency

Malay proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Renewable Energy Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Helioscope

Job description

Solarvest in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Project Development Engineer to drive the development of commercial and industrial solar projects. The role partners with sales and design teams to deliver optimized solutions and cost-effective proposals.

You will lead technical proposal development, site assessments, system design, cost estimation, and regulatory compliance, ensuring feasibility from concept to project handover. Travel to client sites is expected.