Electrical Engineering Intern (Site-Based)

Location: Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia

Department: Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd

Workplace: on_site

Description

• Assist in reviewing HV/MV design documents, including single-line diagrams, protection schemes, earthing designs, and cable schedules.

• Review/Perform basic calculations such as cable sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit levels, and earthing checks.
• Prepare and update AutoCAD drawings and as-built records.
• Support preparation and tracking of TNB submissions, including technical documents, drawings, and approval applications.
• Assist in following up TNB requirements for interconnection facilities, such as the main intake substation (PMU/PPU), metering, protection, and SCADA/telemetry.
• Take part in coordination meetings with TNB and consultants, and record action items.
• Assist in supervising installation of HV/MV equipment, including switchgear, transformers, cabling, cable terminations, earthing, and protection panels.
• Verify installation follows approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Check material deliveries against specifications and record any discrepancies.
• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and photo records.
• Assist in preparing test checklists and witness tests such as insulation resistance, cable high-voltage testing, protection relay testing, earth resistance, and transformer tests.
• Support TNB pre-energisation inspection and commissioning, including punch-list close-out.
• Compile test reports and handover documents.
• Comply with site safety rules, PPE requirements, and permit-to-work procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions and incidents promptly.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or major of Electrical study.
• Good understanding of power systems fundamentals (HV/MV networks, protection, earthing).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD knowledge is an advantage.
• Good communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Proactive, disciplined, and willing to learn in a site environment.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in substation or site conditions.
• Must have own transport and be willing to be locate at project sites.

Benefits

• Hands-on exposure to HV interconnection projects and TNB processes.
• Mentorship from experienced project engineers.
• A strong foundation for a career in power systems and project delivery, with possible consideration for a full-time position.