Solar Plant Engineer

BayWa AG; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company seeks a Solar Plant Engineer to ensure efficient operations at the SDK Power Plant. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, conducting maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates with 3-5 years of experience in solar operations and a degree in Electrical Engineering are preferred. Join a multicultural team committed to energy innovation and sustainability. This role offers a competitive salary and invaluable experience in the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Being part of a multicultural team

Work in an innovative and fast-changing environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in solar plant operations and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with PV systems, inverters, and high-voltage equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant performance and energy output.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Implement strategies to improve plant efficiency.
• Prepare monthly energy billing system and performance reports.
• Liaise with service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Familiarity with PV systems

Knowledge of safety standards

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

MYES BayWa re Energy Solutions Sdn. Bhd.

About The Role

The Solar Plant Engineer will be based at our SDK Power Plant (Sandakan, Sabah) and responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and performance optimization of the SDK Power Plant. This role focuses on supporting all O&M activities by O&M vendors to achieve maximum plant availability, reliability, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

What You Will Do

• Operations & Monitoring: Monitor plant performance and energy output using SCADA and other monitoring systems. Analyze operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintenance Activities: Monitor the preventive and corrective maintenance for solar PV systems, inverters, transformers, and associated equipment. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards during all O&M activities. Maintain compliance with local regulations and company policies.
• Performance Optimization: Implement strategies to improve plant efficiency and reduce operational costs. Support root cause analysis for performance deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare monthly energy billing system and annual performance reports. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment status.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Liaise with service providers for specialized maintenance tasks. Oversee contractor work to ensure quality and compliance.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Education: Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in solar plant operations and maintenance. Hands‑on experience with PV systems, inverters, and high‑voltage equipment.
• Skills: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Familiarity with PV, MV systems and performance monitoring tools. Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance.

What’s in it for you?

• Being part of a highly motivated ever‑growing and multicultural team that drives forward the energy revolution.
• Innovative and fast‑changing market and working environment.

About BayWa R.e.

We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners.

You matter to us

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.

About BayWa R.e.

BayWa r.e. is the home for change makers. We r.e.think energy – how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet. At BayWa r.e. we effect change globally. With locations in 30 countries, we have over 4,000 people already working across the world, collaborating with local businesses to proactively shape the future of the energy sector.

You matter to us

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.

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