Senior Hydropower Hydraulic Engineer - Advisory & Design

Jacobs; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Malaysia seeks a Principal Hydraulic Engineer to lead design and due diligence for hydropower projects, delivering specialist hydrology and hydraulics expertise in a consultancy setting. You will manage feasibility studies, conceptual designs, technical specifications and tender documentation, while guiding implementation and stakeholder engagement across SE Asia.

Role includes Owner's Engineer duties, construction oversight, and close collaboration with regional teams to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Hydraulic, or Water Resources Engineering.
• 10+ years in hydropower or water infrastructure, Malaysia or SE Asia.
• Strong skills in hydrology, hydraulic design, and modelling.
• Experience in technical advisory, design review, or due diligence.
• Familiarity with tropical hydrology and data-limited conditions.
• Experience working with local stakeholders (e.g., utilities, regulators) is an advantage.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and review of hydropower projects for feasibility and tender documentation.
• Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Conduct site inspections during construction and report progress.
• Act as Owner's Engineer and Lender's Technical Advisor for hydropower projects.
• Provide technical input on work from other engineers.
• Support other renewable energy projects within qualifications.
• Promote Jacobs' safety culture in all activities.
• Deliver projects within scope, budget, and schedule with clients and subcontractors.
• Contribute to bids and client meetings as SME.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to share knowledge.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulic design

Modelling (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, MIKE)

Technical advisory

Owner's Engineer liaison

Stakeholder liaison

Client-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Hydraulic, or Water Resources Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

MIKE

Job description

Jacobs in Malaysia seeks a Principal Hydraulic Engineer to lead design and due diligence for hydropower projects, delivering specialist hydrology and hydraulics expertise in a consultancy setting. You will manage feasibility studies, conceptual designs, technical specifications and tender documentation, while guiding implementation and stakeholder engagement across SE Asia.

Role includes Owner's Engineer duties, construction oversight, and close collaboration with regional teams to ensure safe,