Electrical Engineer (Data Centre) Design Consultant

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia seeks an Electrical Engineer to join our M&E consultancy for mission-critical facilities, including data centers. You will design, plan, and coordinate electrical systems and ensure integration with mechanical and architectural teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 1–5 years' experience with AutoCAD and ETAP; knowledge of Revit/BIM is a plus, and exposure to regulatory standards is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience in M&E consultancy; data centers, UPS systems, or heavy electrical infrastructure is a strong advantage.
• Registration with the Board of Engineers as a Graduate Engineer is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and ETAP; Revit/BIM knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and coordinate high-availability electrical systems for data centers.
• Prepare electrical load calculations, short circuit analysis, protection studies, and voltage drop calculations.
• Develop single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical specifications, tender documentation, and engineering reports.
• Coordinate with mechanical and architectural teams to integrate electrical infrastructure.
• Oversee FAT, SAT, and IST for critical electrical equipment.
• Ensure designs comply with local regulatory standards and international reliability standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Revit/BIM

Job description

About the company

We are a leading Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) engineering consultancy specializing in the design, coordination, and delivery of mission-critical facilities and data centers. With a commitment to engineering excellence and innovation, we deliver resilient, scalable, and highly efficient digital infrastructure solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking dynamic and highly motivated engineering professionals to join our collaborative team and contribute to shaping the future of global digital infrastructure.

About the job

• Mission-Critical Design: Design, plan, and coordinate high-availability electrical systems for data centers, including MV/LV power distribution, UPS systems, backup generators, switchgears, and grounding/earthing systems.
• Engineering Analysis: Prepare electrical load calculations, short circuit analysis, protection discrimination studies, and voltage drop calculations.
• Documentation: Develop single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical specifications, tender documentation, and engineering reports.
• Project Coordination: Work in tandem with the mechanical and architectural teams to integrate electrical infrastructure seamlessly into mission-critical facilities.
• Testing & Commissioning: Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for critical electrical equipment.
• Compliance: Ensure designs adhere to local regulatory standards (e.g., Suruhanjaya Tenaga) as well as international reliability standards (e.g., Uptime Institute Tier classifications, IEC).

About you

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1–5 years of relevant experience in M&E consultancy. Direct experience with data centers, UPS systems, or heavy electrical infrastructure is a strong advantage.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical calculation software (e.g., ETAP). Knowledge of Revit/BIM is an added advantage.
• Certifications: Registration with the relevant Board of Engineers as a Graduate Engineer is highly preferred.
• Attributes: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex technical decisions independently.

The above is just a guideline about the position. Candidates with the necessary qualifications are welcome to apply.

Skills

no additional skills required

Qualifications

no additional qualifications required

Education

Bachelor Degree