Data Center HVAC Operations Engineer – Energy-Efficient Cooling

Private Advertiser; Kulai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an HVAC Operations & Maintenance Engineer to manage end-to-end O&M of data center cooling systems, including chillers, PAC units, and BMS, ensuring reliable IT cooling.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, 3+ years in large-scale data centers, and Mandarin proficiency to coordinate with China-based partners. On-site role in Kulai, Malaysia with energy efficiency focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Building Environment & Energy Engineering, Refrigeration, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
• Mandarin proficiency preferred for China-based communications.
• 3+ years HVAC operations and maintenance experience in a large-scale water-cooled data center.
• Knowledge of centrifugal and screw chillers, chilled water systems, BMS, and free cooling.
• Familiarity with GB50174 or equivalent data center standards is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Take end-to-end responsibility for O&M of data center cooling plant and HVAC systems (chillers, plate heat exchangers, cooling towers, PAC units, free cooling, water supply and drainage, BMS).
• Monitor environmental parameters (temperature, humidity, differential pressure) and respond to emergencies; perform root cause analysis.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans; supervise third-party contractors and manage spare parts inventory.
• Optimize operating strategies based on weather and IT load to maximize free cooling and improve PUE.
• Prepare and update SOP/MOP/EOP; organize emergency drills and support audits and inspections.
• Oversee upgrades and expansions; ensure safety compliance and assist with on-site activities.

Skills

Mandarin

Documentation

Cross-functional communication

Troubleshooting HVAC

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Building Environment & Energy Engineering / Refrigeration / Mechanical & Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Job description

Private Advertiser is seeking an HVAC Operations & Maintenance Engineer to manage end-to-end O&M of data center cooling systems, including chillers, PAC units, and BMS, ensuring reliable IT cooling.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, 3+ years in large-scale data centers, and Mandarin proficiency to coordinate with China-based partners. On-site role in Kulai, Malaysia with energy efficiency focus.