Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Center

Ramboll; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll Buildings Asia Pacific is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of high‑performance mechanical systems for data centres and other critical facilities in Malaysia. You will prepare technical calculations and drawings, coordinate with clients and consultants, and oversee construction through testing and commissioning.

You should have a mechanical engineering degree recognised by the Board of Engineers Malaysia and 5+ years in M&E consultancy, with proficiency in AutoCAD,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Board of Engineers Malaysia recognised).
• 5+ years of relevant M&E consultancy experience.
• Solid understanding of local codes, standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and specification of mechanical systems for data centres and buildings (Air‑Conditioning, Ventilation, Fire Protection).
• Prepare design calculations, technical docs, and drawings per local authorities.
• Participate in meetings and deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Provide project management support and construction supervision to ensure safe, quality delivery.
• Review contractor submissions and conduct site inspections to verify installation quality.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

AutoCAD

Revit

Energy modelling

Site supervision

Data Centre experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer with Practising Certificate (PEPC)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Data Center

• Full-time

As part of Ramboll’s Data Center & Facilities (DCF) Buildings team, you will help deliver resilient, high‑performance mechanical systems for some of the most technically demanding and mission‑critical projects in the region.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and specification of mechanical systems for data centres and building projects, including Air‑Conditioning, Mechanical Ventilation, and Fire Protection systems
• Prepare high‑quality design calculations, technical documentation, and drawing submissions in compliance with local authority requirements
• Participate in client, consultant, and technical meetings, contributing practical and innovative engineering solutions
• Provide project management support and construction supervision to ensure designs are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
• Review and assess contractors’ technical submissions, including equipment, materials, and shop drawings
• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality and compliance with design intent
• Witness and support testing and commissioning activities, ensuring systems perform as designed
• Collaborate closely with clients, project teams, and fellow consultants to coordinate and refine project design requirements
• Take on additional responsibilities as required, contributing to the overall success of project delivery

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, recognised by the Board of Engineers, Malaysia
• Eligibility to work in Malaysia
• 5+ years of relevant experience within M&E consultancy environments
• Solid understanding of local codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in industry‑standard engineering tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and energy modelling software
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• A positive, proactive work attitude with strong collaboration skills
• Comfortable working independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams
• Passion for transforming design concepts into high‑quality, real‑world installations
• Enjoys hands‑on site involvement, including testing and commissioning activities
• Data Centre project experience will be a strong advantage
• Candidates with extensive experience, advanced technical expertise, or additional qualifications such as Professional Engineer with Practising Certificate (PEPC) may be considered for a more senior role

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Ramboll Buildings

As part of Ramboll's global Buildings platform, you will be joining a community of over 4,000 specialists across the world, architects, engineers, sustainability leads, digital designers and everything in between. We work across more than 10,000 building projects each year, which means there is always something new to learn from, someone new to collaborate with, and a harder problem just around the corner. Ours is a culture that takes craft seriously, invests in its people, and believes the best solutions come from diverse minds working closely together. Here, your development does not stop when you join, it starts.

Ramboll in Asia Pacific

Ramboll has close to 500 experts working across more than 10 offices in Asia Pacific. We are present in Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, India, Japan, SouthKoreaand Singapore. Our experts bring their passion to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Architecture & Landscape. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future, working in an open,collaborativeand empowering culture.

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