Senior Power Systems Engineer (Data Center) - KL

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

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia represents a leading client in the engineering and design consultancy space, seeking an experienced Power Engineer to model and analyze complex power systems across HV/MV/LV networks. You will build ETAP models, perform load flow, fault level, and protection coordination studies, and deliver actionable recommendations.

The role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong ETAP proficiency, and excellent technical report-writing abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience with power system studies.
• Proficiency in ETAP (Load Flow, Short Circuit, STAR Protection Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonics, and Motor Acceleration modules) is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of HV/MV/LV distribution systems, switchgear, generators, UPS, transformers, busways, and IEC/IEEE standards.
• Analytical skills to independently build models, challenge data, and translate results into design decisions.
• Excellent technical report-writing and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• ETAP Modeling & Network Development: Build, maintain, and troubleshoot detailed ETAP power system models across HV/MV/LV networks.
• Core Power System Studies: Perform Load Flow Analysis, assess transformer sizing and voltage regulation, and verify cable sizing.
• Fault & Overstress Analysis: Conduct Short Circuit / Fault Level studies and identify overstressed components.
• Protection & Safety Engineering: Execute Protection Coordination studies and arc flash analysis with mitigation recommendations.
• Dynamic & Power Quality Analysis: Perform Harmonics assessments and Motor Starting studies.
• Operational Scenario Simulation: Analyze data centre operating modes including utility failure and generator operation.
• Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare comprehensive power system study reports and coordinate with design teams and vendors.

Skills

Power engineering

ETAP modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

ETAP Load Flow

ETAP Short Circuit

ETAP STAR Protection Coordination

Job description

about the company

Our client is a leading engineering and design consultancy delivering high-availability infrastructure across Southeast Asia.

about the job

• ETAP Modeling & Network Development: Build, maintain, and troubleshoot detailed ETAP power system models across High Voltage (HV), Medium Voltage (MV), and Low Voltage (LV) distribution networks.

• Core Power System Studies: Perform Load Flow Analysis under normal, maintenance, and contingency conditions; evaluate transformer sizing, loading, impedance, tap settings, and voltage regulation; complete cable sizing and electrical performance verifications.

• Fault & Overstress Analysis: Conduct Short Circuit / Fault Level studies, verify equipment ratings, and identify overstressed components or excessive voltage drops.

• Protection & Safety Engineering: Execute Protection Coordination & Selectivity Studies using ETAP STAR (including TCC development and protection setting recommendations); perform Arc Flash Hazard Analysis and propose mitigation strategies.

• Dynamic & Power Quality Analysis: Perform Harmonic Analysis (THDi and THDv assessments) and Motor Starting / Acceleration Studies.

• Operational Scenario Simulation: Analyze complex data centre operating modes, including utility failure, emergency generator operation, UPS operation/bypass, transformer failure, and system contingencies.

• Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare comprehensive Power System Study Reports detailing assumptions, methodology, findings, and technical recommendations; coordinate with design teams, vendors, contractors, and commissioning specialists to validate equipment data.

skills/requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or equivalent.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, with a proven track record in power system studies.

• Software Expertise: Deep, hands-on proficiency in ETAP is mandatory (including Load Flow, Short Circuit, STAR Protection Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonics, and Motor Acceleration modules).

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of HV/MV/LV distribution systems, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, transformers, busways, and applicable IEC / IEEE standards.

• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to independently build models, challenge input data, analyze abnormal results, and translate study outcomes into practical engineering design decisions.

• Communication: Strong technical report-writing skills and fluent communication abilities.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree