Senior Data Center Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)

Kairo Technology Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Technical training and career exposure

Local and abroad project exposure

5 Working Days

Job summary

Kairo Technology Sdn Bhd seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design for data centre and mission-critical projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will review SLDs, layouts and calculations, collaborating with clients and vendors to ensure compliant, safe power distribution.

The role requires strong IEC knowledge, AutoCAD proficiency and the ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams. Project length is 6–12 months with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, with 8+ years preferred for senior candidates.
• Strong experience in electrical power distribution and engineering design.
• Data centre or mission-critical facility experience is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment such as MV switchgear, transformers, LV switchboards, UPS, batteries, generators and busduct systems.
• Able to understand and independently review electrical SLDs, schematics and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with relevant IEC standards and electrical design practices.
• Experience with AutoCAD is required; experience with Revit/BIM and electrical engineering calculation software would be an advantage.
• Strong technical problem-solving and engineering coordination skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Able to communicate confidently with clients, consultants, vendors and other engineering disciplines.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the electrical design and engineering activities for data centre and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review electrical SLD, schematics, equipment layouts, cable containment layouts and electrical installation drawings.
• Perform and/or review electrical engineering calculations including: Load schedules and load calculations; Transformer and generator sizing; UPS and battery system sizing; Cable sizing and voltage drop calculations; Short-circuit calculations; Protection and circuit breaker sizing; Earthing and bonding requirements; Electrical equipment heat load calculations.
• Review and coordinate electrical power distribution systems including MV switchgear, transformers, LV switchboards, UPS systems, batteries, busduct/busway, generators, ATS/STS and distribution boards.
• Review vendor technical submissions, equipment datasheets, drawings and technical compliance against project specifications.
• Prepare and respond to technical queries, RFIs, design comments and consultant/client comments.
• Participate in design review, technical coordination and client meetings.
• Identify potential design issues, interface conflicts and technical risks and recommend practical engineering solutions.
• Support equipment selection and technical evaluation of vendors and suppliers.
• Assist in preparing technical specifications, equipment schedules, design reports and other engineering documentation.
• Ensure electrical designs comply with applicable project requirements, codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

Data centre

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

SLDs & schematics

IEC standards

Vendor coordination

Client communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Electrical calculation software

Job description

Kairo Technology Sdn Bhd seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design for data centre and mission-critical projects in Kuala Lumpur. You will review SLDs, layouts and calculations, collaborating with clients and vendors to ensure compliant, safe power distribution.

The role requires strong IEC knowledge, AutoCAD proficiency and the ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams. Project length is 6–12 months with potential renewal.