Lead Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Construction

NES Fircroft; Port Dickson; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Lead Construction Project Engineer – Mechanical to provide technical leadership for all mechanical systems on a hyperscale data center project in Malaysia. You will oversee HVAC, chilled water, plumbing and fire protection, ensure design compliance, manage commissioning, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires strong coordination with Electrical, ELV and CSA disciplines, on-site presence, and rigorous QA/QC. Fluent English and Malaysian work rights are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years’ experience in mechanical MEP or industrial projects.
• Experience leading mechanical engineering teams on complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing and fire protection.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit MEP and MS Office; BIM is a plus.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• On-site availability and ability to coordinate multiple disciplines.
• Malaysian nationals preferred; valid work rights in Malaysia encouraged.
• Medically fit for active construction site work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mechanical engineering team, providing guidance, mentoring, and technical support.
• Review and approve mechanical designs, drawings, shop drawings, and submittals for compliance with project specifications.
• Ensure proper integration of mechanical systems with electrical, ELV, and architectural disciplines.
• Support the Project Manager in managing technical queries, RFIs, and design clarifications.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

MS Office

Job description

NES Fircroft is seeking a Lead Construction Project Engineer – Mechanical to provide technical leadership for all mechanical systems on a hyperscale data center project in Malaysia. You will oversee HVAC, chilled water, plumbing and fire protection, ensure design compliance, manage commissioning, and mentor junior engineers.

The role requires strong coordination with Electrical, ELV and CSA disciplines, on-site presence, and rigorous QA/QC. Fluent English and Malaysian work rights are preferred.