Project Engineer (Project Management and Development)

Location: Bukit Mertajam, Penang, Malaysia, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Department: Vestech Energy Sdn Bhd

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

Project Management

1. Conduct engineering site surveys to plan equipment and interconnection locations, including connections to the existing electrical system.
2. Design Residential Solar PV systems, covering electrical, structural, and mechanical aspects.
3. Manage subcontractors, ensuring work quality, adherence to schedules, scope compliance, enforce best practices and safety procedures on-site.
4. Monitor project milestones to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery. Coordinate approvals and documentation for solar PV system integration.
5. Liaise with TNB, consulting firms, and local authorities for licensing, meter installation, and grid interconnection.
6. Set up remote monitoring systems, perform Testing & Commissioning (T&C) and guide customer on system monitoring check.
7. Monitor system performance and prepare internal handover to O&M, support O&M during Defect Liability Period (DLP) for electrical breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and implementing corrective actions.
8. Submit technical reports for subcontractor retention claims, manufacturing defects, or insurance claim (EAR/WC).
9. Improve installation designs/procedures to prevent recurring faults.
10. Provide weekly reports on project progress, scheduling, and critical issues (e.g., delays, material shortages).

Project Development

1. Review and analyze tender documents (RFP, RFQ, BOQ, etc.), submit complete tender proposals on time, assist in contract negotiations upon tender award.
2. Coordinate with internal teams (design, engineering, legal, finance) for tender requirements.
3. Prepare cost estimates and budgets for tenders, discuss pricing strategy with management for competitive bid submission.
4. Conduct feasibility studies for new projects, liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants for quotations.
5. Act as the bridge between clients and the internal teams to understand commercial and technical need per customer requirements.

Requirements

1. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
2. Preferably at least 1 year working experience in electrical installations or construction industry.
3. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
4. Proficient in Autocad, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and ERP System will be an added advantage.
5. Customer oriented, independent, problem solving, reporting skills and good interpersonal skills.
6. Able to work and adhere to tight deadlines and adaptable to work in fast pace environment.
7. Comfortable to work on weekends and public holidays if required.
8. Possess valid driving license D, and able to travel.