Senior Project Engineer - BESS

Solarvest, a leader in Malaysia's renewable energy sector, seeks an electrical-focused Battery Engineer to drive the development, deployment, and optimization of grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role is critical for integrating BESS with solar PV plants and ensuring reliable grid support. You will provide technical expertise in electrical design, commissioning, and performance management of BESS projects across Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities

- Execute end-to-end BESS project engineering, covering feasibility assessment, detailed design, installation, commissioning, and project handover.

- Develop, review, and manage engineering deliverables, system configurations, AC/DC-coupled architectures, and hybrid PV-BESS designs in line with market needs and regulatory requirements.

- Coordinate with EPC partners, TNB, Energy Commission (EC), SEDA, regulators, and internal stakeholders to support grid connection, submissions, approvals, metering, and protection requirements.

- Size and specify key BESS components including battery systems, PCS, transformers, switchgear, cabling, and protection schemes; validate electrical and civil interfaces, BMS/EMS integration, and compliance with GCP, MS IEC, IEEE 1547, IEC 62933, and applicable industry standards.

- Lead and support FAT/SAT activities, supervise site installation works, and execute system commissioning for BESS projects.

- Oversee electric