Data Center Electrical Reliability Engineer

Open DC; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Open DC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide technical engineering support for the data centre's electrical infrastructure. You will act as a technical SME, supporting system reviews, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to maintain uptime and reliability.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, reviewing switching sequences, guiding maintenance, and coordinating with OPS, contractors, and OEMs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience in data center, critical facilities, or mission-critical electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems (UPS, generators, transformers, switchgear, LV/HV).

Responsibilities

• Develop and review MOP, SOP, and EOP.
• Review electrical switching sequences and planned maintenance activities.
• Provide technical guidance during maintenance, testing, commissioning, and electrical incidents.
• Support the operations team in maintaining electrical system reliability and redundancy.
• Review electrical drawings, SLDs, and equipment configurations.
• Assess load capacity, redundancy, protection coordination, and risks.
• Identify weaknesses and recommend engineering improvements.
• Support upgrades, modifications, and new installations.
• Provide technical support during major electrical failures and disturbances.
• Analyze system behaviour and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in safe recovery and restoration of electrical systems.
• Participate in RCA and follow-up on preventive actions.
• Review preventive maintenance plans and testing requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, contractors, and OEMs on maintenance issues.
• Support commissioning, integrated testing, and upgrades.
• Review technical submissions and equipment performance.
• Maintain accurate electrical drawings and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with standards, procedures, and safety.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Open DC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide technical engineering support for the data centre's electrical infrastructure. You will act as a technical SME, supporting system reviews, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to maintain uptime and reliability.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, reviewing switching sequences, guiding maintenance, and coordinating with OPS, contractors, and OEMs.