Senior ELV Engineer

Exyte; Sepang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia seeks an experienced ELV/C&I Design Lead to oversee the design and coordination of control and instrumentation systems for data center facilities, including ELV, C&I, and associated security and life-safety interfaces.

You will review specifications, mentor engineers, plan PTW, and ensure compliance with standards; you will interface with consultants and vendors to deliver reliable, up-time systems and clear handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in instrumentation/controls/automation.
• 9–11 years leading design/construction of process control and ELV systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and coordination of C&I and ELV systems for data center facilities.
• Review design documents, calculations and vendor submissions.
• Plan permit-to-work activities and ensure uptime during construction.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and field teams to meet milestone dates.
• Mentor ELV/C&I engineers and designers across tendering, design and construction phases.
• Prepare FAT/SAT/IST/FPT procedures and handover documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls, or Automation; Diploma holders considered with experience

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development – Controls & Instrumentation (C&I)

• Design and develop control and instrumentation systems for data center infrastructure, including chilled water systems, CRAH/CRAC units, generators, UPS systems, fuel systems, and electrical monitoring, with support from a Senior Engineer where necessary.
• Develop Sequence of Operations (SOO), logic diagrams, cause‑and‑effect matrices, and control narratives.
• Review design documents, studies, specifications, datasheets, and calculations produced by other engineers.

Design & Coordination – Extra Low Voltage (ELV)

Design and coordinate the following ELV systems for data center facilities:

• Access Control and Security Systems
• Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Systems
• Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA) Systems

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all ELV and C&I installations comply with project specifications, drawings, and applicable standards.
• Apply mission‑critical redundancy concepts (e.g., N+1, 2N) in system architecture and design.
• Ensure alignment with data center operational reliability standards and industry best practices (e.g., Uptime Institute guidelines where applicable).
• Prepare Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE) for ELV/C&I packages and recommend technically compliant solutions aligned with Tier requirements.
• Review Bills of Quantities (BQ); develop procurement specifications; and support vendor selection for control panels, PLC systems, BMS, EPMS, and related packages.
• Conduct technical evaluation of vendor submissions, approve shop drawings, and ensure compliance to project requirements.
• Understand and implement plant safety and mission‑critical operational requirements during construction and commissioning phases.
• Plan and manage Permit‑to‑Work (PTW) activities for live and critical system environments.
• Prepare construction sequencing and method statements to minimize risk to ongoing operations and maintain uptime where applicable.
• Coordinate schedules and supervise field supervisors to meet project milestone dates.
• Interface with other trades during the design and construction phases and incorporate multi‑disciplinary requirements into ELV/C&I design.

Testing, Commissioning & Acceptance

• Prepare procedures for testing and commissioning of individual systems; assist in loop commissioning of control systems.
• Organize, supervise, and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and Functional Performance Testing (FPT).
• Lead testing & commissioning activities to ensure full system functionality, redundancy validation, and proper handover documentation (as‑built drawings, O&M manuals).

Stakeholder Management

• Attend project coordination meetings with consultants, vendors, contractors, and client representatives as required by the Project Manager.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers to ensure compatibility of design interfaces and smooth execution.
• Lead and mentor ELV/C&I engineers and designers across tendering, design, and construction phases; prioritize and assign work; and conduct regular performance assessments.
• Guide designers/draftsmen in preparing cable routing plans, hook‑up drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Promote knowledge sharing, peer reviews, and continuous improvement within the team.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls, or Automation. Diploma holders may be considered with additional experience and/or professional certifications.
• 9–11 years of relevant experience in leading design and construction of process control, instrumentation, and ELV systems for industrial/intelligent buildings and fast‑track projects.