Security Designer

Jacobs; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Malaysia is seeking a Security Revit Modeler to independently develop, coordinate, and maintain detailed BIM models for complex data center projects.

You will ensure models meet LOD/LOI and BIM Execution Plan, embed data, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and guide junior modellers. The role includes producing outputs for reviews and coordinating with design teams during construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in security systems design, BIM modelling, or design support roles.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications/Security Systems Engineering or related BIM/CAD discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of security schematics and design specifications.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and maintain detailed Revit models for Security layouts and detailing in accordance with design requirements.
• Coordinate proactively with architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural and ICT disciplines.
• Embed accurate parameters, system data, and schedules to support engineering design, coordination, and construction.
• Own assigned Security model areas or zones and resolve typical clashes independently prior to escalation.
• Perform regular model quality checks, ensuring compliance with BIM standards, naming conventions, and data requirements.
• Prepare model outputs, drawings, and exports for design reviews and coordination meetings.
• Support construction-stage modelling requirements as required.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and informal checking of work produced by junior modellers.
• Share best practices and lessons learned to improve modelling consistency and efficiency.

Skills

Data center experience

Coordination with disciplines

Code compliance

BIM workflow

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications/Security Systems Engineering or BIM/CAD

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

The Security Revit Modeler is a designer/modeller responsible for independently developing, coordinating, and maintaining detailed Security BIM models for complex data center projects. The role requires strong technical understanding, proactive coordination with other disciplines, and the ability to guide junior modellers while ensuring high-quality, data-rich model delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently develop and maintain detailed Revit models for Security layouts and detailing in accordance with design requirements.
• Ensure models meet project LOD, LOI, and BIM Execution Plan requirements.
• Embed accurate parameters, system data, and schedules to support engineering design, coordination, and construction.
• Own assigned Security model areas or zones and resolve typical clashes independently prior to escalation.
• Coordinate proactively with architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural and ICT disciplines.
• Perform regular model quality checks, ensuring compliance with BIM standards, naming conventions, and data requirements.
• Update models in line with design changes, engineering inputs, and client comments.
• Prepare model outputs, drawings, and exports for design reviews and coordination meetings.
• Support construction-stage modelling requirements as required.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and informal checking of work produced by junior modellers.
• Share best practices and lessons learned to improve modelling consistency and efficiency.

Desired experience & skills:

• Experience on data center or mission-critical projects.
• Familiarity with local and international codes and standards.
• Experience working in Common Data Environments and coordination tools (e.g., Navisworks).

Here's what you'll need

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Security Systems Engineering, or a related BIM, CAD, or drafting discipline.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in security systems design, BIM modelling, or design support roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of physical security and electronic security systems design.
• Ability to interpret security schematics, single-line diagrams, and design specifications.
• Experience coordinating designs within multidisciplinary engineering environments.

At Jacobs, we make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable.

What drives you drives us as we work to build a better world – together. At Jacobs, every day is an opportunity to make the world better, more connected, more sustainable. We’re powered by more than 50,000 people across the globe who deliver innovative scientific, technical, professional and program-management solutions for public and private clients around the world.

We’re always looking for dynamic and engaged people to join our team. Bring your passion, your ingenuity and your vision. Let’s see the impact we can create, together.

Jacobs. A world where you can

At Jacobs, we make the world smarter, more connected and more sustainable.

What drives you drives us as we work to build a better world – together. At Jacobs, every day is an opportunity to make the world better, more connected, more sustainable. We’re powered by more than 50,000 people across the globe who deliver innovative scientific, technical, professional and program-management solutions for public and private clients around the world.

We’re always looking for dynamic and engaged people to join our team. Bring your passion, your ingenuity and your vision. Let’s see the impact we can create, together.

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