Senior Electrical Design Engineer

MORIMATSU; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design efforts, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have 6-8 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation design and strong problem-solving skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on critical projects with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of relevant working experience in electrical and instrumentation system design.
• Expertise in international standards (IEC, NEC, ISA).
• Strong skills in multi-discipline coordination and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design principles and schemes, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide design work.
• Prepare Material Take-Off (MTO) and cost estimates.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Problem-solving

Project execution

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design principles and schemes, and the review of compliance with the requirement of the contract and standard specifications.
• Guide design work and solve technical problems in design.
• Review and prepare design standardization documents.
• Design & Drafting for Electrical drawings.
• Review & responsible for the selection and design of electrical parts.
• Review & responsible for the design of electrical drawings.
• Familiar with electrical industry standards.
• Responsible for the design of and submitted construction documents for Electrical.
• Involved in Electrical design, selection, calculation, explosion-proof, grounding, power distribution, etc.
• To support fabrication team by advising & supervise on the Electrical installation.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior Electrical engineers and other team members on design best practices and technical challenges.
• Review Electrical, red mark-up, as-built drawing, design clash determination.
• Lead the preparation of Material Take-Off (MTO), cost estimates, and assist in project bidding and estimation processes.
• Develop and review Material Take-Off (MTO) and specifications for procurement purposes.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and provide updates to clients, project managers, and stakeholders.
• To perform any other related duties that may be assigned by your immediate superior/management from time to time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering or a closely related field is essential.
• 6 to 8 years of relevant working experience in electrical and instrumentation system design, control system integration, field installation, testing, commissioning, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Expertise in electrical, hazardous area classification, international standards (IEC, NEC, ISA), and strong skills in technical leadership, multi-discipline coordination, problem-solving, and project execution from design to commissioning.
• Possess strong leadership, excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, adaptability, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while ensuring safety, quality, and project success.