Project Engineer - LSS (Site Based)

Solarvest Malaysia
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Role Overview The Project Engineer drives the end-to-end delivery of solar PV projects — from confirmation through commissioning — ensuring they are executed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Project Management & Execution • Lead the full project lifecycle from project award to handover, covering engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC). • Prepare and manage project estimates, budgets, schedules, and execution plans; monitor progress against both financial and timeline targets. • Coordinate with project supervisors, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors, and inter-departmental teams to ensure aligned delivery. • Manage material procurement and subcontracting activities through the ERP system.

• Stakeholder & Authority Management • Liaise with TNB HQ, local authorities, and consulting firms on grid interconnection, meter installation, licensing, and documentation. • Coordinate with upper management on project status, key milestones, risks, and changes to approved scope. • Establish and maintain working relationships with the O&M team to minimise operational disruption during project execution.

• Engineering & Design • Conduct engineering site surveys for solar PV system installation. • Review detailed design drawings and specifications; coordinate with designers on electrical, structural, and mechanical aspects of the solar PV system. • Monitor engineering progress against approved budgets and forecasted schedules.

• Quality, Safety & Commissioning • Ensure all parties adhere to established safety and QA/QC programmes throughout the project lifecycle. • Establish QA/QC control and commissioning systems with complete documentation. • Set up remote monitoring systems and conduct testing and commissioning of the solar PV system.

• Reporting & Continuous Improvement • Prepare and submit accurate, timely progress and status reports throughout the project. • Lead risk assessments and actively manage project and business risks. • Organise post-mortem reviews to evaluate project outcomes, surface lessons learned, and recommend improvements for future projects.