Principal Engineer, Electrical- Date Centre Construction

Wilson; Kulai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure developer in Kulai, Malaysia is seeking a Principal Engineer (Electrical) for their data centre projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and at least 6 years of experience in electrical design for high-voltage substations. Responsibilities include overseeing project management and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Fluency in English and additional languages is preferred, offering a significant opportunity for career development in a renowned firm.

Qualifications

• 6 years' experience in electrical/power design for high-voltage substations.
• Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Fluency in additional languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in design and construction phases.
• Monitor construction progress for adherence to standards.
• Review and approve design documentation.

Skills

Electrical/Power design

HV/MV distribution systems

Communication skills in English

Knowledge of local utility regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Power Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Mechanical HVAC design software

Job description

Title: Principal Engineer, Electrical- Date Centre Construction

Location: Kulai, Malaysia

About the Role:

Our client is a leading international developer and operator of hyperscale mission-critical infrastructure assets for top global technology firms, focused on providing mandatory Data Transmission infrastructure for internet, cloud, and next-generation digital solutions. The company has a significant presence in Singapore and the rest of Asia in terms of its reputable market position in developing high quality Infrastructure Management capabilities, committed to building long-term partnerships by means of optimizing large-scale physical network, storage, and computing resources and beyond.

They are looking to hire a Principal Engineer (Electrical), a Subject Matter Expert who is the critical point of contact for customers’ needs to achieve maximized customer satisfaction, overseeing the design, construction, and commissioning of cutting-edge of mission-critical Data Transmission infrastructure facility, ensuring that all electrical distribution and protection systems meet stringent engineering and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Support project managers in the design and construction phases, ensuring site management, quality control, and HSE compliance.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure adherence to company standards and specifications.
• Review, verify, and approve design documentation, ensuring all engineering calculations are complete.
• Liaise with design consultants, contractors, and vendors to deliver all project requirements on time.
• Maintain and uphold internal engineering standards, with a focus on electrical distribution and protection systems.
• Manage commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover activities for electrical systems.
• Contribute to internal engineering design and development initiatives.
• Develop and implement engineering and operational procedures aligned with company standards .

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Power or Building Services Engineering; Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Uptime Institute/TIA certifications advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in electrical/power design for high-voltage substations (33kV/132kV/275kV), preferably with data centre project delivery exposure.
• Strong knowledge of HV/MV distribution systems, data centre projects, and protection studies.
• Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with mechanical HVAC design software such as IES is a plus.
• Excellent written and spoken English; fluency in Chinese, Bahasa Indonesia, or Malay is an advantage.
• Familiarity with local utility/authority regulations and procedures (e.g., TNB) preferred.

Interested? Here’s what to do next:

Please apply to the role with a recent copy of your CV. We will be in touch once we review your profile for suitability.

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