Technical Manager - Cutsheets

Onnec; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ONNEC Group in Malaysia seeks a Technical Manager - Cutsheets to ensure all materials, equipment and systems meet technical design requirements and client specifications. You will bridge Design, Procurement and Project Delivery, validating cutsheets and coordinating doc control across multiple regions.

You will lead documentation quality, manage submittals and drive standardisation efforts. Essential experience includes data centre/MEP environments, auditing product data sheets, BOMs and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical, design or engineering role within data centres, structured cabling, construction or MEP environments.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, specifications and submittals, including product data sheets, cutsheets, Bills of Materials and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling systems, including copper and fibre, data centre infrastructure components, installation and design standards.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, performance data and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; excellent document control and organisational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; strong stakeholder management and communication skills; problem-solving and analytical capability.
• Experience using document management systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate cutsheets against project design specifications, client requirements and standards, and regulatory and industry compliance requirements.
• Own the preparation and quality of technical submittal packages. Ensure all cutsheets are accurate, complete, version controlled, traceable and submitted on time.
• Work closely with Design and Engineering teams to validate design intent, Procurement teams to ensure correct product ordering, and Project Delivery teams to support installation and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain cutsheet templates and document standards, naming conventions, filing structures and best practice guidance for project teams.
• Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to obtain up-to-date cutsheets and technical documentation, clarify specifications and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify and mitigate risks relating to incorrect product selection, non-compliance with specifications and delays in client approvals.
• Engage with clients, consultants and third-party stakeholders as required and support technical reviews, audits and approvals.

Skills

Technical experience

Documentation review

Structured cabling knowledge

Technical interpretation

Attention to detail

MS Office & DMS

Engineering docs platforms

Hyperscale data centres

Team leadership (docs)

Client standards exposure

ISO/TIA/BICSI knowledge

AutoCAD

Aconex

Procore

BIM tools

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Aconex

Procore

BIM tools

Job description

ONNEC Group are a leading independent technology partner and global integrator, with over 30 years experience, and a 800+ team of global experts, specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity solutions that propel organisations everywhere. From structured cabling to managed services, our end-to-end services give infrastructure that can be completely replied on. Design. Build. Deploy. Optimise. We offer a complete solution for business connectivity. We are a rapidly growing organisation and finding and retaining the highest calibre of people is fundamental to us for the success of our business, we work hard to create a challenging, supportive and satisfying working environment for all our employees. ONNEC has successfully achieved the Investors in Diversity Foundational Award for our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Technical Manager - Cutsheets

The role ensures that all materials, equipment and systems selected for deployment meet technical design requirements, client specifications and industry standards. The postholder will act as a critical control point between Design, Procurement and Project Delivery, ensuring approved product information is technically accurate, compliant and aligned to project requirements.

What you’ll be doing as our Technical Manager - Cutsheets

Technical Assurance & Compliance

• Review and validate cutsheets against project design specifications, client requirements and standards, and regulatory and industry compliance requirements. Ensure all products meet performance, capacity and installation criteria prior to approval, and provide technical sign-off for product selection where required.

Submittals & Documentation Management

• Own the preparation and quality of technical submittal packages. Ensure all cutsheets are accurate, complete, version controlled, traceable and submitted in line with project timelines. Act as the central point of contact for all cutsheet-related queries.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Design and Engineering teams to validate design intent, Procurement teams to ensure correct product ordering, and Project Delivery teams to support installation and resolve issues. Ensure alignment between approved cutsheets, Bills of Materials and installed solutions.

Standardisation & Process Improvement

• Develop and maintain cutsheet templates and document standards, naming conventions, filing structures and best practice guidance for project teams. Drive consistency across all regions and projects.

Vendor & Product Management

• Liaise with manufacturers and suppliers to obtain up-to-date cutsheets and technical documentation, clarify specifications and resolve discrepancies. Support the evaluation of alternative products and value engineering options.

Risk Management & Quality Control

• Identify and mitigate risks relating to incorrect product selection, non-compliance with specifications and delays in client approvals. Support issue resolution where installed products deviate from approved cutsheets.

Stakeholder & Client Interface

• Engage with clients, consultants and third-party stakeholders as required. Support technical reviews, audits and approvals, and present cutsheet documentation where necessary.

What we’re looking for in our Technical Manager - Cutsheets

Essential

• Proven experience in a technical, design or engineering role within data centres, structured cabling, construction or MEP environments.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, specifications and submittals, including product data sheets, cutsheets, Bills of Materials and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of structured cabling systems, including copper and fibre, data centre infrastructure components, installation and design standards.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, performance data and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; excellent document control and organisational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines; strong stakeholder management and communication skills; problem-solving and analytical capability.
• Experience using document management systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation platforms.

Desirable

• Experience working on hyperscale or enterprise data centre projects
• Experience managing or leading a technical or documentation team
• Exposure to client-specific standards, such as financial institutions or hyperscalers;
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO, TIA or BICSI
• Knowledge of structured cabling manufacturers such as CommScope, Panduit or Leviton
• Understanding of submittal and approval processes within construction projects
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar drawing/design tools and project or document control platforms such as Aconex, Procore or BIM tools.