Solar Plant Engineer

BayWa r.e.; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An international renewable energy company is seeking a Solar Plant Engineer based in Sandakan, Sabah. This role involves monitoring plant performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy and at least 3-5 years of experience in solar plant operations and maintenance. You'll be part of a dynamic team in a fast-changing market, driving the energy revolution forward.

Benefits

Work in a multicultural team

Engaging and fast-changing work 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 using SCADA and other systems.
• Monitor preventive and corrective maintenance for solar PV systems.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards during all O&M activities.
• Implement strategies to enhance plant efficiency.
• Prepare monthly energy billing and annual performance reports.
• Liaise with service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting skills

Familiarity with PV and MV systems

Knowledge of safety standards

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy

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.