DC Civil Structural Design Manager

DayOne; Johor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data infrastructure company in Johor, Malaysia, seeks an experienced structural engineer. You will oversee design management, ensure compliance with local standards, and coordinate with various stakeholders on data center projects. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in Southeast Asia, strong project management skills, and an enthusiasm for the data center industry. Join us to shape the future of data infrastructure.

Qualifications

• More than 8 years of structural engineering design experience in Southeast Asia.
• Familiar with the design process and local government approval requirements.
• Proficient in structural calculation including concrete and steel structures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design, feasibility analysis, and construction drawing management.
• Manage design team and review construction plans.
• Coordinate with other specialties and optimize design processes.

Skills

Structural design

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above

Job description

Overview

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure. DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in professional scheme design, feasibility analysis, cost comparison, and construction drawing design management of the data center project structure, design support for on-site construction.
• Have experience with structural types and design methods of buildings/structures in the construction industry, participate in the professional design plans for project structures, effectively manage design team and consultants, and provide effective design suggestions, review relevant construction plans and construction drawings.
• Responsible for structural technical index control, project bidding and bid evaluation, review and manage the detailed design completed by the contractor according to the project plan and design.
• Organize and coordinate with other specialties on design and continuous optimization of design; have ability to analyze and solve problems on site; familiar with construction technology and procedures.
• Organize and participate in the testing and acceptance of relevant structures in data center projects/constructions, responsible for project coordination, technical change, and other post-project matters.
• Responsible for the communication and coordination of design consultants, owners, government departments, suppliers, and contractors of Southeast Asia projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above, familiar with the standards and specifications of structural design of buildings/structures; familiar with national design codes, American standard design codes, British standard design codes, familiar with the design process in Southeast Asia such as Malaysia and Singapore, as well as the approval process and requirements of the local government for structural expertise.
• More than 8 years of structural engineering design and project management experience in Malaysia, Singapore, or other Southeast Asia, with experience in structural design and management of data centers or large-scale industrial plants/warehouses, familiar with structural transformation and reinforcement is preferred.
• Independently completed structural scheme design and detailed construction design of large-scale industrial or warehouse projects, proficient in structural calculation and design including concrete structure frame/frame shear wall structure, steel structure, proficient in underground engineering (geotechnical exploration, pile foundation engineering, basement, foundation pit support, etc.); familiar with the mainstream structural materials and construction techniques in Malaysia or Singapore.
• Familiar with the basic design and acceptance criteria of Malaysia, Singapore, or other Southeast Asia, and have experience in the implementation of related projects.
• Have enthusiasm for the data center industry, good communication and coordination skills, teamwork spirit, international teamwork ability, enterprising spirit and professionalism, and can work under a high-pressure environment.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.