Senior Electrical Design Engineer- Data Centre

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer for data centre projects in Kuala Lumpur.

You will lead electrical design, coordination, and delivery for mission-critical facilities, from concept through commissioning, guiding junior engineers and coordinating with clients and contractors. The role focuses on high and low voltage systems, energy efficiency, and adherence to codes and industry standards, with a hybrid working model and opportunities to drive innovation in

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 9–10 years' experience leading major electrical design projects.
• Experience with high/low voltage electrical systems from design to handover.
• Familiarity with local codes and international standards.
• Strong data center project experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical multi-disciplinary team for Data Center projects.
• Perform design and calculations from concept to 100% design.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve design construction issues.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure quality and compliance.
• Support proposals, site meetings, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Leadership

Data Center

Electrical design

Codes & standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Electrical Design Engineer- Data Centre

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The Senior Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, including hyperscale and colocation data centres. The role provides technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility studies through detailed design, construction support, testing, and commissioning. The incumbent collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure designs meet operational, reliability, sustainability, and regulatory requirements while aligning with industry best practices.

As a subject matter expert, the Senior Electrical Design Engineer mentors junior engineers, reviews technical deliverables, and supports the development of innovative engineering solutions that enhance performance, resilience, and energy efficiency within data centre environments. This role will focus in providing technical capability in Electrical engineering in Data Center projects; working with the Data Center Lead, focusing on technical aspects and project management.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the Electrical multi-disciplinary/functional team in the region to deliver Data Center and other technically challenging projects.
• Perform engineering tasks on the electrical services from Concept, Basis Of Design (BOD) 35% to 100% designs (including calculations, computer simulations, specifications etc.) for Electrical infrastructure in Data Center projects.
• Provide technical guidance to project and design engineers and resolve any technical problems faced during design and construction stages.
• Ensure that consistent quality standards and conformance with design plans / specifications are maintained across the project and coordination with other disciplines to ensure consistency across the project.
• Support in preparing proposals and bids when needed.
• Lead project/site meeting with Client, PM and Consultants from other disciplines (internal and external) through all stages of the project.
• Understand and follow plans, procedures, workflows, systems and tools to meet specific project requirements.
• Liaise and coordinate relevant technical issues with other disciplines.
• Build cultivate and build relationships with client generally as a Doer/Seller role.
• Support site supervision and plant commissioning activities when required

Here’s what you’ll need

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or similar
• 9 to 10 years' of relevant experience in leading the design of major electrical project or / and leading electrical position of a fast-track project, preferably in the high technology or industrial sector
• Technical knowledge and understanding of Engineering, Design and Construction for High Voltage and Low Voltage Electrical systems from Preliminary Design to Commissioning and Handover
• Familiarity with relevant Local Codes and international standards to ensure compliance.
• Good working experience in Data Center Projects.

Identify opportunities for innovation, energy efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement within electrical designs.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with company quality and safety standards.

Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to data centre infrastructure and critical power systems.

Undertake any other duties as assigned by management

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.