Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy

SJ Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SJ Group is seeking an Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy to lead development, design, and delivery of photovoltaic, wind, and BESS projects. You will support feasibility studies, engineering deliverables, and stakeholder coordination to ensure safe and compliant project execution.

The role requires hands-on technical knowledge, strong project management, and excellent communication. Occasional travel or overseas assignments may be needed as projects progress across regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy or related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in renewable energy projects.
• Experience in Solar PV, Wind, or BESS projects.
• Knowledge of grid connection requirements and industry standards.
• Hands-on knowledge of software such as PVSyst, HOMER Pro, CAD.
• Strong PM, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willing to travel occasionally or stay overseas for assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of renewable energy projects from feasibility to operation.
• Conduct feasibility studies, energy yield analyses, and due diligence for solar, wind, and BESS projects.
• Prepare engineering designs, MFS, reports, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, utilities, regulators, and clients.
• Manage schedules, budgets, risks, and technical performance.
• Support grid interconnection studies and energy storage integration.
• Monitor commissioning, testing, and performance optimization.
• Contribute to proposals, tenders, and business development.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team mentorship

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Renewable Energy Engineering degree

Power Engineering

Tools

PVSyst

HOMER Pro

CAD

Job description

The Assistant Manager / Senior Engineer, Renewable Energy will play a key role in the development, design, and delivery of renewable energy projects, including Solar PV, Wind Energy, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The incumbent will be responsible for supporting project development activities, managing engineering and technical deliverables, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of renewable energy projects from feasibility and design through construction, commissioning, and operation.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments, energy yield analyses, and due diligence reviews for solar, wind, and BESS projects.
• Prepare and review minimum functional specification (MFS), engineering designs, specifications, technical reports, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, utilities, regulators, and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and technical performance to achieve project objectives.
• Support grid interconnection studies, energy storage integration, and compliance with regulatory and utility requirements.
• Monitor project implementation, testing, commissioning, and performance optimization activities.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, tender submissions, and business development opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members where required.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy, Power Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Typically 5-8 years of relevant experience in renewable energy, power, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Solar PV, Wind Energy, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), or hybrid renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, power systems, grid connection requirements, and relevant industry standards.
• Hands on knowledge of software e.g. PVSyst, HOMER Pro, CAD etc.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to travel occasionally or stay overseas for a short period for assignments