Lead / Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aurora Talent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Talent is hiring a Lead/Senior Mechanical Engineer for data centre and mission critical projects in Malaysia. You will lead end-to-end mechanical design from concept to handover, acting as the technical authority and coordinating across disciplines.

The role emphasizes HVAC, ventilation and chilled water systems, with expectation of 10–15 years in consultancy environments and strong knowledge of industry standards. Revit/Navisworks experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–15 years in mechanical design, consultancy environment.
• Data Centre, Mission Critical project experience preferred.
• Solid knowledge of ASHRAE, SMACNA, BS/EN, and local Malaysian regulatory codes.
• Proficiency with engineering calculations; working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks.

Responsibilities

• Technical Authority: Own the overall mechanical design scope (HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, pumping, and piping).
• Team Leadership: Direct, allocate, and mentor Mechanical Design Engineers, draughtsmen, and BIM resources.
• Interface Management: Lead multidisciplinary coordination across Electrical, Civil/Structural, Architectural, Fire Protection, and Plumbing disciplines.
• BIM & Constructability: Oversee BIM/Navisworks model reviews, clash resolution, constructability assessments, and value engineering.
• Site & Commissioning Direction: Provide technical oversight to site teams during procurement, evaluate major mechanical plant packages, and define testing and commissioning intent.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team management

Interface coordination

BIM & constructability

HVAC design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Job Title: Lead/Senior Mechanical Engineer (Data Centre / Mission Critical).

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent.

Company Overview

Our client is a international engineering consultancy delivering specialist structural, infrastructural, and MEP services for high-value building projects across word.

Role Purpose

The Lead/Senior Mechanical Engineer acts as the primary technical authority for mechanical engineering design scopes across major projects. You will lead end-to-end mechanical design deliverables from concept and detailed design through tender documentation, providing technical governance, managing interfaces, and offering design support during commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Authority: Own the overall mechanical design scope (HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, pumping, and piping), acting as the lead approval point for engineering calculations, equipment selections, and technical submissions.
• Team Leadership: Direct, allocate, and mentor Mechanical Design Engineers, draughtsmen, and BIM resources to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables.
• Interface Management: Lead multidisciplinary coordination across Electrical, Civil/Structural, Architectural, Fire Protection, and Plumbing disciplines.
• BIM & Constructability: Oversee BIM/Navisworks model reviews, clash resolution, constructability assessments, and value engineering.
• Site & Commissioning Direction: Provide technical oversight to site teams during procurement, evaluate major mechanical plant packages, and define testing and commissioning intent.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 10–15 years in mechanical design, primarily within a consultancy environment.
• Sector Focus: Strong background in complex HVAC, ventilation, and chilled water design. Data Centre, Mission Critical (Hospitals, Semi-Con) project experience is highly preferred.
• Technical Standards: Solid working knowledge of ASHRAE, SMACNA, BS/EN, and local Malaysian regulatory codes.
• Software Familiarity: Proficiency with engineering calculations; working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks tools.