Electrical Engineering Manager, Maintenance & Critical Response

DayOne Data Centers Malaysia I Sdn. Bhd.; Johor Bahru; Hybrid; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne Data Centers Malaysia I Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a qualified electrical engineer with a valid Chargeman/license to join our critical facilities team in Johor Bahru. You will oversee LV/MV switchgear, UPS, generators, and ensure safety, reliability, and compliance while guiding technicians.

The role demands 3+ years in critical facilities, a Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering, and a hands-on approach, with on-call availability 24/7 to support incident response and ongoing maintenance.

Qualifications

• Valid Chargeman / Licensed Electrical Engineer certification (or equivalent country license).
• Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years hands-on experience in critical facilities or industrial electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of UPS, switchgear, grounding systems, generators, and other electrical infrastructure.
• Ability to supervise and guide technicians.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and LOTO practices.
• Ability to work under pressure during critical incidents.
• Willing to be on call 24 X 7

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical switching, isolation, and testing in accordance with licensing requirements and safety standards.
• Diagnose faults and conduct repair works on LV/MV switchgear, UPS, generators, etc.
• Assist in developing MOPs and SOPs for electrical maintenance.
• Supervise technicians and ensure safe and proper execution of work.
• Review maintenance quality, safety permits, and completeness of documentation.
• Support emergency response during incidents.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify potential risks before failure occurs.
• Ensure statutory compliance, certifications, and maintenance logs are up to date.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

On-call readiness

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

UPS

Switchgear

Generators

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical switching, isolation, and testing in accordance with licensing requirements and safety standards.
• Diagnose faults and conduct repair works on LV/MV switchgear, UPS, generators, etc.
• Assist in developing MOPs and SOPs for electrical maintenance.
• Supervise technicians and ensure safe and proper execution of work.
• Review maintenance quality, safety permits, and completeness of documentation.
• Support emergency response during incidents.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify potential risks before failure occurs.
• Ensure statutory compliance, certifications, and maintenance logs are up to date.

Candidate Requirements

• Valid Chargeman / Licensed Electrical Engineer certification (or equivalent country license).
• Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years hands‑on experience in critical facilities or industrial electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of UPS, switchgear, grounding systems, generators, and other electrical infrastructure.
• Ability to supervise and guide technicians.
• Good understanding of workplace safety and LOTO practices.
• Ability to work under pressure during critical incidents.
• Willing to be on call 24 X 7

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

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries.

DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond.

Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business.

With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub.

As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.