Resident Competent Engineer (132 KV)

CBRE, Inc.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee maintenance, commissioning, and safety of 132kV installations at the Petaling Jaya site.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of field experience, and a Certificate of Competency for 132kV Electrical Engineer Competent Person. You will coordinate startup, shutdowns, and risk assessments while monitoring FMCS alarms and ensuring EHS compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of experience as Electrical Engineer or similar.
• Certificate of Competency as 132kV Electrical Engineer Competent Person from Energy Commission.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with NLDC and ensure all notifications and switching requirements.
• Provide assistance for LV and MV switching and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate startup, commissioning, planned shutdowns, troubleshooting, and maintenance as SME for electrical systems.
• Develop and revise electrical procedures and perform risk assessments for critical activities.
• Monitor alarms via the FMCS system and ensure regulatory & EHS compliance.
• Conduct daily inspections of 132kV installations and frequent site checks of electrical rooms.
• Assist in establishing competent persons for chargeman and wireman roles.
• Support energy management and efficiency programs at the site.
• Support other Facilities systems and operations as required.

Skills

Electrical switching

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

FMCS alarms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Experience in carrying out the work in connection with maintenance and repair, overhaul and service, calibration, test and commission of equipment and location of cable faults.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate closely with TNB, specifically NLDC, in accordance with IOM procedures for electrical switching, ensuring the fulfillment of all notifications and electrical switching requirements.
• Provide assistance for LV and MV switching and maintain regulatory compliance by staying updated on relevant safety codes and operating procedures, with a focus on continuous improvement in operational safety.
• Coordinate major activities such as startup, commissioning, planned shutdowns, troubleshooting, and programmed maintenance, serving as a Subject Matter Expert for all electrical and power distribution systems.
• Participate in the development and revision of electrical-related procedures and specifications, ensuring the completion of risk assessments for critical activities.
• Monitor, evaluate, and analyze alarms triggered through the FMCS system.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, legal, and EHS requirements in all areas, with a priority on human safety to foster a secure working environment.
• Conduct daily routine inspections and monitor the performance of 132kV installations, as well as conduct frequent site inspections of other electrical rooms.
• Assist in establishing Facilities competent persons for chargeman, wireman, and engineers.
• Participate in energy management and efficiency programs for the site.
• Provide support for other Facilities systems and operations as required.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent.
• At least 10 years of experience in the capacity of an Electrical Engineer or a comparable role.
• Hold a Certificate of Competency as a 132kV Electrical Engineer Competent Person from the Energy Commission.

Scope of Responsibilities

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor