Project Engineer (High Voltage - Solar Farm)

Solarvest

  • Petaling Jaya, Selangor
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
The Project Engineer (HV) will be responsible for supporting the design review, technical compliance, and site execution of high-voltage (132kV–275kV) grid interconnection infrastructure for utility-scale solar farms. The role focuses on ensuring TNB standards are met throughout the engineering and implementation phases. The engineer will collaborate closely with internal teams, vendors, subcontractors, and TNB to support energization and commissioning activities.
  • Assist in the execution and monitoring of high-voltage (HV) infrastructure works including substations, switchyards, transmission lines, and SCADA integration.
  • Support the preparation and review of technical documentation including method statements, inspection checklists, testing plans, and outage requests.
  • Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on HV equipment delivery, installation, and quality checks.
  • Ensure construction works comply with TNB standards and engineering approvals, including reference to the Interconnection Code, Protection Guidelines, and IEC standards (especially IEC 61850).
  • Participate in site inspections and testing with TNB, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Support the integration of protection systems and SCADA/RTU equipment with TNB’s grid control systems.
  • Maintain project documentation and reports for TNB submission, including pre-energization documents.
  • Liaise with the Project Manager on daily work status and escalate technical issues requiring resolution.
Requirements
  • Education level: Bachelor’s Degree
  • Field of study: Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related fields
  • Working Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in high-voltage infrastructure projects, preferably in utility-scale solar farms or TNB-related works.
  • Mandatory: Candidate must have hands-on involvement in projects requiring TNB submission, site supervision, energization procedures.
  • Language: Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin/Cantonese is an advantage.
  • Willing to travel and work at project sites across Malaysia.

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