Senior Mechanical Engineer - Exhaust Systems

INTERNATIONAL FACILITY ENGINEERING (M) SDN. BHD.; Kulim; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

INTERNATIONAL FACILITY ENGINEERING (M) SDN. BHD. seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, engineering, and delivery of dry mechanical systems for semiconductor, electronics, biopharmaceutical, data center, and related facilities.

You will focus on HVAC and Process Exhaust systems, perform heat load and duct sizing calculations, and develop PFDs, schematics, and technical specifications. Collaboration with CAD/BIM teams and cross-disciplinary groups is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience designing mechanical systems for semiconductor, biopharmaceutical, laboratory, data center, or industrial facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, Cleanroom, Process Exhaust, Chilled Water, and Building Utility Systems.
• Familiarity with Singapore and Malaysia codes, standards, regulations, and authority submission requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering calculations, technical specifications, and design documentation.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with modern equipment, technologies, construction methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Ability to advise clients, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical leadership throughout project execution.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate for project assignments when required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver mechanical systems for new and existing facilities with focus on HVAC and Process Exhaust systems.
• Perform heat load, duct sizing, and other engineering calculations using standard tools.
• Develop PFDs, schematics, layouts, specs, and design reports.
• Coordinate R&D, manufacturing, and process equipment requirements into facility designs.
• Support tendering activities with site briefings and technical evaluations.
• Prepare SOW, BOQ, BOM, and technical tender documentation.
• Provide technical support during construction, testing, commissioning, and project close-out.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.

Skills

HVAC

Cleanroom

Process Exhaust

Chilled Water

Building Utility Systems

Engineering Calculations

Singapore/Malaysia Code Knowledge

Communication Skills

Willingness to Travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM Platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Exhaust Systems

The Senior Mechanical Engineer – Dry Mechanical Systems shall be responsible for the design, engineering, and delivery of mechanical systems for industrial facilities within the semiconductor, electronics, biopharmaceutical, data center, and related industries.

Dry mechanical systems include Cleanroom Systems, HVAC Systems, Process Exhaust Systems, and associated equipment, ductwork, and supporting infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for Concept, Basic, and Detailed Engineering Design of mechanical systems, with a primary focus on HVAC and Process Exhaust Systems.

Perform engineering calculations including heat load calculations, equipment sizing, airflow calculations, duct sizing, and utility distribution sizing using engineering fundamentals and spreadsheet tools.

Develop engineering deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), system schematics, layouts, technical specifications, and design reports.

Design HVAC and Process Exhaust systems for new and existing manufacturing, laboratory, and industrial facilities.

Conduct feasibility studies, technical assessments, and conceptual design development for mechanical systems.

Review HVAC systems in preparation for Testing & Commissioning (T&C), qualification, and validation activities.

Coordinate and integrate R&D, manufacturing, and process equipment requirements into facility designs.

Provide engineering support during tendering activities, including site briefings, bidder clarifications, and technical evaluations.

Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules, and engineering progress tracking.

Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Interface with clients to gather design requirements, clarify project objectives, and provide technical consultation.

Coordinate internal resources, external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project execution.

Clearly define and manage inter-discipline technical interfaces, responsibilities, and scope boundaries.

Work closely with CAD drafters and BIM modelers to develop, review, and verify engineering drawings and models.

Prepare Scope of Work (SOW), Bills of Quantities (BOQ), Bills of Materials (BOM), and technical tender documentation.

Perform chilled water system analysis and Operating System Efficiency (OSE) calculations to meet applicable sustainability and regulatory requirements, including MEES requirements where applicable.

Perform hydraulic calculations including pump head calculations, pressure drop analysis, and fan static pressure calculations.

Conduct psychrometric analysis and HVAC system performance evaluations.

Troubleshoot design, construction, and operational issues and develop practical engineering solutions.

Liaise with QA/QC personnel to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and quality requirements.

Provide technical support during construction, testing, commissioning, and project close-out stages.

Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Job / Skills Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in the design and implementation of mechanical systems for semiconductor, biopharmaceutical, laboratory, data center, or industrial facilities.

Strong knowledge of HVAC, Cleanroom, Process Exhaust, Chilled Water, and Building Utility Systems.

Familiarity with Singapore and Malaysia codes, standards, regulations, and authority submission requirements.

Proficiency in engineering calculations, technical specifications, and design documentation.

Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.

Familiarity with modern equipment, technologies, construction methodologies, and industry best practices.

Ability to advise clients, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and provide technical leadership throughout project execution.

Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Willingness to travel and/or relocate for project assignments when required.