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NCL ENERGY SDN BHD is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead electrical package delivery for Data Center projects. You will collaborate with Project Manager, Construction Manager, consultants and subcontractors to ensure drawings, specs, schedules and safety requirements are met.
The role includes technical leadership and independent coordination on complex issues. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in M&E/electrical construction, with experience in Data Centers or large-scale projects, and a
Job Purpose
The Senior Project Engineer / Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, execution and technical delivery of the assigned Data Center Electrical Package.
The role works closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, consultants, subcontractors, vendors and internal project teams to ensure electrical works are completed according to approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, quality requirements and safety standards.
The Senior Project Engineer is expected to handle more complex technical matters, lead coordination activities and work with greater independence, while the Project Engineer will support execution and coordination under the guidance of senior project personnel.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Execution & Coordination
Support the Project Manager and Construction Manager in the execution of electrical works.
Coordinate daily and weekly project activities according to approved construction schedules.
Monitor site progress and ensure assigned works are completed according to planned milestones.
Coordinate with subcontractors, supervisors, consultants and other disciplines.
Identify site constraints, technical issues and potential delays and escalate them promptly.
Assist in preparing short-term work plans and construction priorities.
Follow up on outstanding actions and ensure timely closure.
2. Electrical Engineering & Technical Coordination
Coordinate and support electrical works including, where applicable:
MV/LV electrical systems
Switchgear and switchboards
Transformers
Busduct / busway systems
UPS systems
Battery systems
Cable containment
Power and control cabling
Earthing and lightning protection
Electrical monitoring and control systems
Electrical equipment installation
Testing and commissioning activities
Ensure electrical works comply with approved design, project specifications and applicable standards.
3. Drawing & Technical Review
Review construction drawings, shop drawings, technical specifications and installation details.
Ensure the latest approved drawings are used for site execution.
Identify drawing discrepancies, clashes and technical issues.
Coordinate with consultants, designers, BIM teams and subcontractors to resolve technical matters.
Prepare or coordinate Requests for Information where required.
Assist with preparation and review of technical submissions and material submissions.
Support preparation of method statements and work procedures.
4. Site Supervision & Progress Monitoring
Monitor electrical installation activities at site.
Ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings and method statements.
Check workmanship and installation quality.
Monitor subcontractor manpower and productivity.
Track daily progress and report issues affecting schedule.
Coordinate work areas and interfaces with other trades.
Ensure completed work is ready for inspection.
5. Subcontractor Coordination
Coordinate daily activities with electrical subcontractors.
Monitor subcontractor progress, manpower and performance.
Ensure subcontractors follow project requirements and approved work procedures.
Follow up on pending works and outstanding issues.
Support the Construction Manager in managing underperforming subcontractors.
Verify completion of assigned works before inspection or handover.
6. Quality Management
Coordinate with QA/QC personnel for inspection and testing activities.
Ensure works comply with approved Inspection & Test Plans.
Support preparation of inspection requests.
Rectify quality issues and follow up on NCRs, defects and punch-list items.
Ensure materials and equipment installed are approved.
Maintain proper quality records and supporting documentation.
Minimise rework through proper technical coordination and supervision.
Support pre-commissioning, testing and commissioning activities.
Coordinate completion of installation works before energisation.
Assist with testing of electrical systems and equipment.
Coordinate with Commissioning, QA/QC, vendors and subcontractors.
Follow up on testing defects and outstanding items.
Support preparation of testing records and commissioning documentation.
Assist during energisation, Integrated Systems Testing and final handover where required.
8. Material & Equipment Coordination
Monitor material and equipment requirements according to construction progress.
Coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, vendors and subcontractors on deliveries.
Verify delivered materials against approved specifications.
Identify material shortages or delivery delays.
Ensure materials are properly stored and protected.
Support coordination of major equipment installation and lifting activities.
9. Planning & Reporting
Assist with preparation of daily, weekly and monthly progress reports.
Update work progress and construction status.
Support preparation of look‑ahead schedules.
Monitor actual progress against planned activities.
Highlight delays, constraints and critical issues.
Provide accurate progress information to the Project Manager and Planning team.
Support manpower and resource planning where required.
Ensure all site activities comply with Company HSE requirements.
Follow client safety procedures and Permit‑to‑Work requirements.
Ensure works are carried out according to approved Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
Coordinate with the Safety Team on site safety matters.
Immediately report unsafe conditions or practices.
Promote safe working practices among subcontractors and site workers.
11. Documentation & Handover
Maintain proper technical and project documentation.
Coordinate preparation of as‑built drawings.
Support compilation of testing and commissioning records.
Assist with preparation of Operation & Maintenance manuals.
Maintain records of inspections, material approvals and completed works.
Support preparation of final handover documentation.
Follow up on punch‑list closure before final project completion.
Job Requirements
Education
Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or related Engineering discipline.
Relevant technical certification will be an advantage.
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant M&E / electrical construction experience.
Experience in Data Center, industrial, semiconductor or large‑scale M&E projects will be an advantage.
Minimum 5–8 years of relevant M&E / electrical construction experience.
Strong experience in Data Center or mission‑critical projects is preferred.
Able to independently handle technical coordination, site execution and subcontractor management.
Machinery & Automation 51‑100 employees
We are a well established Electric Induction Motor company specializing in the manufacturing & marketing of TECO brand motor. TECO products have firmly established itself as a leader in the field of Electric & Machinery in the Asian region for over 40 years. We are also an Internet Data Center Contractor and some of our major customers are Google, Amazon & Microsoft. If you have the expertise and ambition to lead high‑impact engineering projects, join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and industrial solutions.
We are a well established Electric Induction Motor company specializing in the manufacturing & marketing of TECO brand motor. TECO products have firmly established itself as a leader in the field of Electric & Machinery in the Asian region for over 40 years. We are also an Internet Data Center Contractor and some of our major customers are Google, Amazon & Microsoft. If you have the expertise and ambition to lead high‑impact engineering projects, join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and industrial solutions.