Senior/Project Designer | East Asia Pacifc

Doka GmbH; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior/Project Designer to enhance its innovative formwork solutions in the Asia Pacific region. This role involves supporting civil infrastructure projects by producing detailed AutoCAD drawings and Revit models, ensuring safety and efficiency in design. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, manage multiple projects, and collaborate effectively with sales teams. Join a leading firm that values its employees and offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of formwork experience in civil construction projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with BIM models.

Responsibilities

• Produce AutoCAD drawings and Revit models for project proposals.
• Maintain contact with customers and support sales with formwork solutions.

Skills

Formwork Design

Project Management

AutoCAD

BIM Models (Revit, Inventor)

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Inventor

Job description

Senior/Project Designer | East Asia Pacific

Doka is a world leader in providing innovative formwork solutions and services in construction. The company also supplies scaffolding solutions for various applications. With over 180 facilities in more than 60 countries, Doka has a strong distribution network to support projects of all sizes. Employing 9,000 people worldwide, Doka is part of the Umdasch Group, known for reliability and trustworthiness for over 150 years.

As a customer-focused organization, Doka values its employees and seeks talented professionals eager to develop their careers in this industry.

Headquartered in Malaysia and Singapore, Doka Asia Pacific (APAC) serves as a hub for sales, marketing, finance, operations, engineering, HR, product management, and procurement, overseeing some of the world's fastest-growing economies. Doka's portfolio includes infrastructure projects like metro systems, bridges, tunnels, and cost-efficient housing developments.

In conjunction with Malaysian-based MFE Formwork Technology, a leader in monolithic aluminium formwork, Doka has strengthened its position in the Asia-Pacific region as part of its strategic growth plan.

We are looking for a Senior/Project Designer EAP based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to support formwork design and calculations for civil infrastructure projects across Asia Pacific. Reporting to the Head of Engineering EAP, the ideal candidate will have extensive experience in formwork design, be capable of managing projects independently, and support the sales team during proposals and pitches. The role involves working from our offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Manila, or Mumbai.

The responsibilities include:

• Maintaining contact with customers and sales teams as a problem solver and discussion partner
• Producing AutoCAD drawings and Revit formwork models during project proposals, ensuring designs are safe, economical, and efficient
• Ensuring drawings accurately depict the use of Doka formwork systems and meet safety standards
• Performing static analysis and preparing specifications
• Providing material lists for quotations and shipments
• Participating in staff training programs on calculations, product knowledge, and software applications
• Supporting sales by determining suitable formwork solutions that meet client needs and safety standards
• Designing within inventory constraints and contractual requirements
• Adhering to company policies, procedures, and standards

Minimum requirements include:

• A degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• At least three years of formwork experience with international systems, especially in civil construction such as bridges, tunnels, pylons, and high-rise buildings
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Experience with BIM models in Revit and Inventor is advantageous
• Strong analytical, technical, and communication skills in English
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment