Solar Design Engineer (Penang)

Job Description

1. Project Planning:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and milestones.
• Collaborate with project managers to understand project requirements and constraints.
• Identify critical paths and potential bottlenecks, proposing solutions to ensure timely project completion.
• Coordinate and liaise with skylift/crane, lorry and other necessary operator as well as supplier for site installation

2. Manpower Planning:

• Assess manpower requirements for each project, considering skill sets, workload, and deadlines.
• Coordinate with HR and project managers to allocate resources efficiently.
• Monitor and adjust manpower allocation as needed, ensuring optimal team productivity.
• Anticipate and address potential staffing issues, providing recommendations for solutions.

3. Design Coordination:

• Perform site visits/audits and meeting to collect structural, electrical, and related design information for design of solar power system.
• Design proposals for grid-connected solar system projects including system components, for residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
• Create PV layout, electrical single line diagram, panel schedules or connection diagram for solar
• Electric system using CAD software.
• Prepare all technical documents and drawings for tender submission and compiling.

4. Bills of Quantity (BoQ) Preparation:

• Generate accurate Bills of Quantity for each project, detailing materials, labor, and other resources required.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure availability of necessary resources.
• Review and validate BoQs to minimize discrepancies and budget overruns.

5. Cost Estimation:

• Contribute to cost estimation processes by providing accurate data on manpower, materials, and other project-related expenses.
• Collaborate with financial teams to ensure budget adherence and cost control.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of project plans, manpower allocation, and BoQs.
• Generate regular reports for project managers and other stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• To keep up to date with technology advancement, legislations by Suruhanjaya Tenaga etc. as well as policies & incentives by the Government.
• Attend meeting with client for technical presentation and discussion.
• Manage the project documentation and filing according to ISO 9001:2015

Requirements

• Computer literate and able to use a wide range of software e.g. AutoCAD, MS Office, MS Project, PVsyst, Helioscope and SolarEdge.
• Excellent written and communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Engage in effective and timely communication with team members and clients to ensure smooth project execution.
• Able to work at height.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks, combined with highly disciplined approach is crucial for success in this role.
• Independent, resourceful and able to work under minimum supervision
• Possess own transport with valid driving license and able to travel to project locations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM3,800.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any experience using PVsyst/Helioscope/Solar Edge?

Experience:

• solar designing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• GCPV certification (Preferred)