Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Your impact

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer, HVAC with experience in data centre and mission-critical HVAC systems to support the design, coordination, and delivery of advanced cooling infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in mechanical system design, equipment selection, and client engagement, serving as the primary technical liaison for Japanese-speaking stakeholders while ensuring compliance with industry standards and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop mechanical/HVAC systems for air- and water-cooled data centres; define design criteria, airflow diagrams (AFDs) and P&IDs for efficient, sustainable cooling.
• Perform system-sizing calculations for chilled-water, direct expansion and economiser systems.
• Select equipment (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps) and prepare specifications.
• Create design criteria, AFDs and P&ids; coordinate with architectural and electrical teams.
• Support installation, commissioning and troubleshooting; drive innovation in cooling and sustainability.
• Coordinate mechanical design activities with architectural, electrical, structural, and BIM teams.
• Participate in design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Assist with design change management and technical query resolution.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered Graduate Engineer with Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).
• 3-5 years of relevant mechanical engineering design experience specifically with data centre or mission-critical HVAC systems.
• Experience in HVAC system design and building services engineering.
• Familiarity with chilled-water and air distribution systems.
• Proficient in Revit MEP and AutoCAD. Professional working proficiency in Japanese (verbal and written) and strong command of English.
• Act as the main technical point of contact for Japanese clients, contractors, and regional stakeholders.

Knowledge

• ASHRAE Standards
• Malaysian Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL)
• Relevant local authority requirements