Solar Engineer, Off-Grid Energy Systems
4 days ago
About Us
At
Bright Spots Energy
, we believe that access to clean and reliable energy is a
fundamental right
and a
catalyst for opportunities
. By deploying
decentralised renewable energy (DRE) solutions
, we support
rural communities in building resilient and self-sustaining futures
. Our work helps power homes, schools, and businesses—creating pathways for education, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.
What It Means to Work With Us
We don't hire resumes. We hire problem-solvers. Builders. We know that constraints breed creativity. That's why we look for talent that thrives in real-world conditions—not just on paper. The people who join us have a drive to solve problems that matter with limited resources and a lot of ingenuity. If you've built a system that works, or innovated without permission—you'll thrive here.
About the Role
Impact Lives by Bringing Energy Access to Communities That Need It the Most
This role offers a unique opportunity to
actively contribute to energy access in Malaysia
. You'll gain hands-on experience working on
real-world off-grid energy projects
, helping to design and implement solutions that make a tangible difference.
This is not a typical solar industry job.
You must really want to do this work—because it will take you off-grid, into the field, and into communities where energy access is needed for equitable development.
What You'll Do
- Manages and supervises the onsite installation, testing, and commissioning of solar power systems to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality implementation.
- Post installation, lead the troubleshooting, and maintenance of off-grid energy systems in participation with the local communities
- Assist in
designing, testing, and optimizing
renewable energy systems. - Conduct
site visits
to assess energy needs and infrastructure suitability. - Analyse system performance data to
enhance reliability and efficiency
. - Engage with local communities to
communicate ongoing implementation plans
, to seek their acceptance, to iterate, adjust based on on the ground realities. - Provide
training and technical support
for local communities ensuring long-term sustainability.
What We're Looking For
- Someone who
wants to specialise in off-grid energy solutions
and is motivated to
contribute directly to rural electrification in Malaysia - Must have
hands-on experience implementing
a solar or energy project; experience in a rural setting is a strong plus. - A degree in
Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field
. - Basic knowledge of
solar PV systems, microgrids, and energy storage - Work experience in designing and constructing PV systems (preferably with experience in hybrid/off-grid systems) is an
added bonus - Comfortable with
fieldwork in rural areas
and hands-on problem-solving. - Able to
think on your feet
to deal with the unexpected and an
ability to adapt to real-world challenges
. - Strong inter-personal skills
to foster
genuine connections
with communities we work with - Excellent communications skills
with stakeholders, from technical partners to rural communities in both
English
and
Bahasa Malaysia
Interested?
Join us in bringing community stories to life and helping shape a more just, empowered, and connected future. Apply
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