Project Engineer (Mechanical)

EI Power Berhad; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EI Power Berhad is seeking a motivated Project Engineer (M&E) to join its project team in Malaysia. The candidate will coordinate and supervise Mechanical & Electrical works for data centre and industrial construction projects, ensuring safety, on-schedule delivery, and compliance with drawings, specs and quality requirements.

The role requires a Diploma or Degree in M&E engineering or related field, with 2–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in M&E engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant M&E construction experience.
• Experience in data centre/industrial/commercial projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise day-to-day M&E site activities.
• Review drawings, specifications, method statements and submissions.
• Monitor progress, manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Coordinate mechanical piping, ACMV/HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection works.
• Attend site coordination and progress meetings.
• Prepare RFIs, inspections, and testing/commissioning documentation.
• Ensure quality, safety and technical compliance.

Skills

M&E construction

Site coordination

Reading drawings

MS Office

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

M&E Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Project planning software

Job description

We are looking for a motivated and technically competent Project Engineer (M&E) to join our project team. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and supervising Mechanical & Electrical works, particularly for data centre and industrial construction projects, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise day-to-day M&E site activities and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications and project requirements.

Coordinate with clients, consultants, main contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Review and interpret M&E drawings, layouts, specifications, method statements and technical submissions.

Monitor project progress, manpower, materials, equipment and subcontractor performance.

Coordinate mechanical piping, ACMV/HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and other M&E installation works.

Identify and resolve site technical issues, clashes and construction constraints in a timely manner.

Prepare and follow up RFIs, inspection requests, method statements, material submissions and other technical documentation.

Monitor workmanship and ensure compliance with project quality, safety and technical requirements.

Attend site coordination meetings, technical meetings, inspections and progress meetings.

Coordinate testing, flushing, pressure testing, testing & commissioning and handover activities.

About you

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, M&E Engineering or a related field.

Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in M&E construction, mechanical piping, building services or project engineering.

Experience in data centre, industrial, commercial or infrastructure projects will be an added advantage.

Strong knowledge of M&E construction and site coordination.

Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, shop drawings, piping layouts, specifications and technical documents.

Experience in mechanical piping, ACMV/HVAC, chilled water, plumbing or fire protection will be an advantage.

Knowledge of testing & commissioning, pressure testing, flushing and inspection procedures is an advantage.

Familiar with QA/QC documentation, ITP, method statements, inspection requests and technical submissions.

Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD and project planning software will be an advantage.

Good communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.