Manager, Electrical Engineering (Data Centre)

Nxera; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Training and development programs

Internal mobility opportunities

Job summary

Nxera is seeking an experienced Manager of Electrical Engineering for Data Centre projects in Singapore. You will lead the M&E design team to develop electrical power systems, integrate sustainable solutions, and ensure energy efficiency across mission critical facilities.

Join a fast-growing DC operator, collaborate with internal teams and external partners, and drive design excellence from concept to site installation. Requires 5+ years in DC M&E design and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of M&E design experience in Mission Critical Data Centre environment.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, to all levels of Management.
• Experience with fast-track design/build projects and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next generation mission critical electrical systems for data centres.
• Assist in electrical power system concepts, including EHT transformers, switch bays, and distribution layouts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, regional vendors, and manufacturers on electrical systems.
• Review RFIs, commissioning scripts, and drawings to ensure correct operation of systems.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve power efficiency, reliability and cost of ownership.

Skills

M&E design

Power systems

Project leadership

Travel overseas

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Manager, Electrical Engineering (Data Centre)

Employment Type: Full Time

Passionate about making a real impact? Join our team at Nxera to unfold the new era! Be at the forefront of the data centre (DC) industry with a unique focus on sustainability, connectivity and AI which sets us apart as the next generation DC operator. You will also get to gain invaluable experience in a fast-growing industry that is powering the digitalisation wave. Be empowered to co-create the futurewith our dynamic teams!

We are seeking candidate who has experienced in M&E Data Centre subject matter expert to join our team. He/she will be part of the Electrical and Mechanical (M&E) engineering team for the Data Centre Business.

Make an impact by:

Design and Development

Develop next generation Mission Critical System to meet company long term strategies.

Develop concept Critical Data Centre equipment design with focus on Electrical Power System. i.e. EHT Transformer, Switch Bay, Ring Main Unit, Transformers.

Develop concept designs which meet or exceed quality requirements and fall within our budgetary and meet energy efficiency requirements.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, regional vendors and manufacturers to specify the appropriate Electrical system both upstream and downstream infrastructure.

Data Centre Electrical designs and collaboration with other disciplines to create construction document set.

Proposes some Electrical engineering knowledge that enabling to read and understand SLD, Electrical distribution layout and basic equipment electrical specification requirement to liaise with Electrical and commissioning counterpart for work deliveries.

Resourceful in continuously exploring for new engineering system and/or technology for Data Centre application with an aim to enhance or improve overall performance, lower energy, and water consumption, increase operation productivity and reduce total cost of ownership.

Liaise with Energy and Sustainability manager to examine and assess systems design and equipment selection are good in operating efficiency with low energy and water consumption to drive low PUE and WUE for all our DCs.

Review

Review RFIs documentation submittal from Consultants, Vendor and Manufacturers.

Review Data Centre commissioning scripts and ensure that systems are accurately tested to the required modes of operations.

Review design and construction drawings and engineering specification for Data Centre

Evaluation

Evaluate industry new technology to improve power consumption, quality, and efficiencies.

Evaluate the design, construction and operation of mission-critical facilities and associated M&E components.

Skills for Success:

Ability to perform complex business case analysis to justify technical decisions and present the justification to Management.

Ability to work on concurrent projects in multiple geographical regions.

Ability to travel oversea to support Data Centre construction and implementation.

Ability to incorporate Renewable Energy System to the Distribution Network.

Travel to sites for site review and work with onsite field engineers, as well as provide engineering evaluations, electrical systems audits, and start-up as needed.

Manage Electrical Power System issues during concept design, detailed design, procurement, bidding, manufacturing, delivery, and installation on site.

Update and maintain the internal design specifications, drawings, and standards in accordance with the latest configurations and including all 'lessons learned' in relation to all equipment.

Provide and prepare documentation such as statement of work, engineering reports, design documents, total cost of ownership analysis, drawing markup, budget, schedule, commissioning, design specification etc.

Electrical power fundamental knowledge in load flow, fault analysis and protection

Knowledge of local Code of Practice and regulations.

Knowledge of large-scale mission critical facility’s M&E infrastructure systems. Ability to think outside of the box to find creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs with no compromise on quality and system reliability.

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or relevant discipline.

5+ years of M&E design experience in Mission Critical Data Centre environment.

Good communication skills, written and verbal, to all levels of Management.

Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadline in a fast paced and dynamic work environment.

Experience with fast-track design/build project.

Rewards that Go Beyond

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing training and development programs
• Internal mobility opportunities