Senior MEP Defect Engineer – Data Center, Malaysia

DayOne Data Centers Ltd.; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne Data Centers Ltd. in Malaysia seeks a detail-oriented Defect MEP Senior Engineer to join the project team for data center construction.

You will oversee defect identification, verification, and rectification across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure compliance before commissioning and handover. The role requires 5–7 years in MEP construction with defect management experience, ideally in data centers or mission-critical facilities in Malaysia or Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.
• 5–7 years of experience in MEP construction with defect management, quality control or commissioning.
• Experience with data center or mission-critical facility projects preferred.
• Experience on projects in Malaysia or Southeast Asia is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Defect inspections and technical assessment of MEP systems, classifying by severity and impact.
• Review rectification proposals and supervise on-site rework by subcontractors.
• Verify post-rectification testing and commissioning of HVAC, electrical, fire protection, and others.
• Coordinate defect closure, document findings, and support handover documentation.

Skills

MEP systems knowledge

Defect management

Quality control

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Job description

DayOne Data Centers Ltd. in Malaysia seeks a detail-oriented Defect MEP Senior Engineer to join the project team for data center construction.

You will oversee defect identification, verification, and rectification across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure compliance before commissioning and handover. The role requires 5–7 years in MEP construction with defect management experience, ideally in data centers or mission-critical facilities in Malaysia or Southeast Asia.