Head of Data Center (Solution Architect)

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Large-scale projects

Tech exposure

Career growth

Cross-functional exposure

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Michael Page is sourcing a Data Center Facility Solution Architect in Malaysia. The role leads pre‑sales, bidding, design, and project delivery for data center solutions, covering electrical, HVAC, fire protection, and civil works.

You will perform load calculations, risk assessments, and collaborate with subcontractors to define scopes. Strong experience in large data center projects and international standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Mechanical/Building Services Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years in data center integration, engineering consulting, EPC, turnkey solutions, or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong data center design methodology, bidding, system integration, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers to understand requirements and propose data center solutions.
• Lead technical presentations, solution workshops, and client discussions.
• Design end-to-end datacenter facility solutions: electrical, HVAC, fire protection, civil works.
• Perform load calculations, architecture design, budgeting, and design drawings.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to define scopes and review shop drawings.
• Ensure compliance with international standards and best practices.

Skills

Data center design

Pre-sales bidding

Presentation skills

System integration

Load calculations

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Project

BIM

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a leading technology and infrastructure solutions provider with a strong presence in the data center industry. As the demand for digital infrastructure continues to expand, the company is investing in talented professionals who can drive complex data center projects and support customers in achieving reliable, scalable, and energy‑efficient facilities.

Job Description

As the Data Center Facility Solution Architect, you will serve as the primary technical lead throughout pre‑sales, bidding, solution design, and project implementation phases.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Engage customers to understand business and technical requirements, identify challenges, and recommend suitable data center solutions.
• Lead technical presentations, solution workshops, and commercial discussions with clients.
• Design end‑to‑end datacenter facility solutions encompassing:
  • Electrical systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Fire protection systems
  • Civil and infrastructure works
• Perform load calculations, technical route evaluations, system architecture design, budgeting, and preparation of design drawings.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to define scopes of work and review shop drawings.
• Conduct technical risk assessments, cost analysis, and manpower planning.
• Ensure solutions comply with relevant industry standards and best practices.
• Support project delivery, integration testing, and commissioning activities.
• Evaluate and recommend critical infrastructure equipment, including:
  • Generators
  • Transformers
  • High‑Voltage and Low‑Voltage Switchgear
  • ATS and STS systems
  • UPS systems
  • Batteries and Rectifiers
  • PDU and Busway systems
• Cables and related infrastructure

The Successful Applicant

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 10 years of experience within data center integration, engineering consulting, EPC, turnkey solutions, or mission‑critical facilities.
• Strong understanding of data center design methodologies, bidding processes, system integration, testing, and commissioning.
• Hands‑on experience managing large‑scale data center projects exceeding 1MW capacity.
• Strong knowledge of international datacenter standards and best practices, including:
  • TIA‑942
  • BICSI
  • IEC 61439
  • IEEE 493
  • BS 7671
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Project, and related engineering tools.
• Professional certifications such as Accredited Tier Designer (ATD) or Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) will be highly advantageous.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Self‑driven, adaptable, and able to perform effectively in a fast‑paced project environment.

What's on Offer

• Attractive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on large‑scale and mission‑critical data center projects.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and industry‑leading infrastructure solutions.
• Regional and cross‑functional project exposure.
• Strong career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding sector.
• Collaborative and high‑performing work environment.

Quote job ref: JN-062026-7037853