Principal Mechanical Engineer - T5

Mott MacDonald (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience. The role involves leading mechanical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring engineers. Candidates should possess strong skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM 360, along with strategic leadership abilities. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a flexible and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Chartered status preferred.
• Knowledge of local codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in mechanical engineering and oversee high-profile projects.
• Ensure technical excellence and compliance with international standards.
• Contribute to business development and advocate for sustainable practices.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM 360

Strategic leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future. We are a team of over 20,000 experts across more than 50 countries, proud of our diverse, fair, and integrity-oriented culture.

Role: Principal Mechanical Engineer – Buildings (Malaysia)

The programme offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a consultancy with a global platform, networking, and learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in mechanical engineering and oversee high‑profile projects overseas.
• Ensure technical excellence and compliance with international standards.
• Contribute to business development and advocate for sustainable engineering practices.
• Engage with key stakeholders and clients, mentor senior engineers, and drive innovation in digital engineering.
• Apply skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM 360 for digital design.

About you

• Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering, minimum of 10 years experience; chartered status preferred.
• Knowledge of local codes and standards.
• Strategic leadership and client engagement experience.
• Experience supporting large‑scale infrastructure projects through mechanical design, coordination, and delivery.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.