Project Engineer - (Data Center, Electrical)

Project Site: Puncak Alam

Job Summary:

The Project Engineer (Electrical) is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, execution, testing, and handover of all electrical systems, including MV/LV power distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, and related infrastructure.

Overall, the role ensures safe, reliable, and high-quality delivery of critical power systems from construction through to final handover and client acceptance.

Job Description:

1.     Planning

• Support planning and execution of electrical works for data centre projects
• Coordinate MV/LV power distribution across all electrical systems
• Review drawings, shop drawings, technical submissions, and method statements
• Ensure compliance with electrical standards and data centre Tier requirements
• Develop short-term lookahead schedules (2-week / 4-week)
• Participate in value engineering and cost optimization including tabulation of material for example cable schedule
• Familiar with Microsoft project for overall planning and coordination to general contractor CSA plan

2.     Site Execution & Coordination

• Coordinate daily site activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and approved method statements
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, site workforce, consultants, clients, vendors, and internal teams
• Monitor site progress and report updates to Project Manager / Senior Engineer
• Participate in site coordination and toolbox meetings
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with quality and safety requirements
• Support installation of MV/LV systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS, PDUs, panels, and generators
• Coordinate cable installation works including routing, termination, testing, and labelling
• Coordinate critical power integration with genset and IT teams to ensure reliability and redundancy
• Support implementation of earthing, lightning protection, and electrical protection systems
• Identify, highlight, and coordinate resolution of site issues, clashes, risks, and delays with relevant stakeholders
• Track productivity and manpower deployment on site
• Interface with CSA and mechanical teams for integrated systems
• Support digital tools such as BIM (Navisworks/Revit) for coordination and clash detection
• Ensure compliance and liaise with local authority requirements (TNB, ST, PBT where applicable)

3.     Technical & Documentation

• Assist in reviewing shop drawings, method statements, and material submissions
• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and inspection records
• Assist in preparation of as-built drawings and handover documents
• Ensure proper documentation of site activities and compliance records
• Maintain RFI (Request for Information) and technical query logs
• Review vendor drawings and ensure compliance with specs

4.     Testing & Commissioning

• Coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning activities
• Support electrical testing and commissioning (T&C) activities
• Assist in FAT, SAT, and Integrated System Testing (IST)
• Support generator testing, load bank testing, synchronization, and system energization
• Ensure systems meet data centre reliability and Tier requirements
• Prepare commissioning method statements and checklists
• Coordinate with third-party commissioning agents

5.     Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure site works comply with safety regulations and site rules
• Assist QA/QC inspections and rectification of defects
• Support implementation of safety and quality plans on site
• Ensure works comply with approved specifications, standards, and project requirements
• Conduct internal inspections prior to consultant inspections
• Ensure compliance with PTW (Permit to Work) system

6.     Handover & Close-Out

• Support final inspection, client acceptance, and project close-out activities
• Ensure smooth system handover to client and operations team
• Assist in defect resolution during Defect Liability Period (DLP)
• Ensure completion of all contractual documentation including O&M manuals and as-built drawings
• Support training to client operations team
• Ensure spares, tools, and warranties are handed over properly

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 2–5 years of experience in construction projects (data centre experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems: LV/MV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear
• Familiar with testing & commissioning processes (FAT, SAT, IST)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings such as single-line diagrams (SLD), power distribution layouts, and cable routing/layout drawings
• Good problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills
• Able to work in fast-paced construction site environment
• Knowledge of BMS / EPMS / ELV integration
• Familiarity with ISO / QAQC construction processes