Data Center Electrical Design Engineer (6–12 mo Contract)

Kairo Technology Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Technical training opportunities

Project exposure

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for data centre and mission-critical infrastructure. You will review SLDs, schematics, and equipment layouts, and perform complex calculations for reliable power distribution.

The role requires strong technical problem-solving, coordination with clients and vendors, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Immediate/short notice start preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, with 8+ years preferred for senior candidates.
• Strong experience in electrical power distribution and engineering design.
• Data centre or mission-critical facility experience is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment such as MV switchgear, transformers, LV switchboards, UPS, batteries, generators and busduct systems.
• Able to understand and independently review electrical SLDs, schematics and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with relevant IEC standards and electrical design practices.
• Experience with AutoCAD is required; experience with Revit/BIM and electrical engineering calculation software would be an advantage.
• Strong technical problem-solving and engineering coordination skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Able to communicate confidently with clients, consultants, vendors and other engineering disciplines.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the electrical design and engineering activities for data centre and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review electrical SLD, schematics, equipment layouts, cable containment layouts and electrical installation drawings.
• Perform and/or review electrical engineering calculations including: Load schedules and load calculations, Transformer and generator sizing, UPS and battery system sizing, Cable sizing and voltage drop calculations, Short-circuit calculations, Protection and circuit breaker sizing, Earthing and bonding requirements, Electrical equipment heat load calculations.
• Review and coordinate electrical power distribution systems including MV switchgear, transformers, LV switchboards, UPS systems, batteries, busduct/busway, generators, ATS/STS and distribution boards.
• Review vendor technical submissions, equipment datasheets, drawings and technical compliance against project specifications.
• Prepare and respond to technical queries, RFIs, design comments and consultant/client comments.
• Participate in design review, technical coordination and client meetings.
• Identify potential design issues, interface conflicts and technical risks and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Support equipment selection and technical evaluation of vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in preparing technical specifications, equipment schedules, design reports and other engineering documentation.
• Ensure electrical designs comply with applicable project requirements, codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical power distribution

Engineering design

Client/vendor communication

Independent work

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Electrical calculation software

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design for data centre and mission-critical infrastructure. You will review SLDs, schematics, and equipment layouts, and perform complex calculations for reliable power distribution.

The role requires strong technical problem-solving, coordination with clients and vendors, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Immediate/short notice start preferred.