Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Engineer

PERSOL Workforce Solutions Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Johor; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Workforce Solutions Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Engineer to lead M&E building services across project sites in Muar, Batu Pahat and Senai, Johor. You will review designs, support procurement, and supervise on-site installation through commissioning and handover.

The role requires 2–5 years of on-site experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, familiarity with BIM, and registration with the Board of Engineers Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of on-site experience with property developers, main contractors or engineering consultants.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; familiar with BIM principles; knowledge of UBBL, Suruhanjaya Tenaga codes and fire safety guidelines.
• Registration with the Board of Engineers Malaysia as a Graduate Engineer or Professional Engineer.
• Good written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Own transport and willingness to travel within Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly/monthly engineering updates, budget tracking and risk assessments for stakeholders.
• Review M&E design drawings, calculations and specifications submitted by external consultants.
• Propose value engineering to optimize cost while maintaining safety and quality.
• Oversee on-site progress and supervise installation of M&E systems.
• Ensure installations comply with drawings; conduct QA/QC audits.
• Coordinate with architectural, civil and structural teams using CAD/BIM to resolve clashes.
• Liaise with statutory bodies and utility providers for inspections and certifications.
• Support QS team in evaluating M&E tender bids and subcontractor pricing.
• Present tender evaluation findings and subcontractor recommendations for award.
• Direct testing and commissioning activities for all utility systems.
• Manage asset handovers and oversee defect rectification during the DLP.

Skills

On-site engineering experience

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

This role will be based across the company's project sites in Muar, Batu Pahat, and Senai, Johor.

Lead the delivery of mechanical and electrical building services throughout the project lifecycle, from design review and procurement support through site installation, statutory testing, commissioning and final property handover. This role works closely with consultants, contractors, authorities and internal project teams to ensure M&E systems meet approved designs, safety requirements, quality standards and project objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly engineering updates, budget tracking and data-backed risk assessments for the HOD, MD, and Key Stakeholders to support strategic decision-making and resolve critical project delays.
• Review M&E design drawings, calculations and specifications submitted by external consultants.
• Propose value engineering initiatives directly to the HOD and MD to optimize cost-efficiency without compromising structural integrity, safety, or quality.
• Monitor on-site progress and supervise the installation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and ELV systems.
• Monitor on-site progress to ensure main contractors and sub-contractors install HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and ELV systems in compliance with approved drawings. Conduct inspections and quality assurance (QA/QC) audits.
• Coordinate with architectural and civil and structural teams to identify and resolve spatial clashes and layout discrepancies using CAD or BIM frameworks.
• Liaise with Malaysian statutory bodies and local utility providers, including TNB, SAJ, BOMBA and JKKP, to secure inspections, technical clearances and compliance certifications.
• Support the Quantity Surveying team in evaluating M&E tender bids and subcontractor pricing structures.
• Present tender evaluation findings and subcontractor recommendations for final award approval.
• Direct testing and commissioning activities for all utility systems.
• Manage asset handovers to the facilities management division and oversee defect rectification during the Defect Liability Period.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• 2-5 years of on-site experience working with a property developer, main contractor or engineering consultancy.
• Fully proficient in AutoCAD; familiar with Building Information Modeling (BIM) principles. Strong technical literacy regarding Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL), Suruhanjaya Tenaga codes, and fire safety guidelines.
• Registration with the Board of Engineers Malaysia as a Graduate Engineer or Professional Engineer.
• Good written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia for effective communication with local authorities and contractors.
• Own transport and willingness to travel within Malaysia when required.

What can I earn as a Mechanical and Electrical Engineer