Resident Engineer (Electrical)

JOB DESCRIPTION:-

Project Supervision

• Supervise all electrical installation works on site.
• Ensure works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance, workmanship, and compliance with project quality standards.
• Verify that materials and equipment meet project specifications before installation.

Technical Coordination

• Review electrical shop drawings, method statements, material submissions, and technical proposals.
• Coordinate with architects, civil, structural, mechanical engineers, and other consultants.
• Resolve technical issues arising during construction.
• Attend site coordination meetings and technical discussions.

Quality Control

• Conduct inspections and testing of electrical systems.
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian Standards (MS), Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations, and project specifications.
• Monitor defect rectification during construction and Defects Liability Period (DLP).

Progress Monitoring

• Monitor construction progress against the approved project schedule.
• Identify delays and recommend corrective actions.
• Review contractor work progress and monthly reports.
• Assist in project planning and scheduling.

Documentation

• Prepare site inspection reports and progress reports.
• Maintain site records, inspection requests, NCRs, RFIs, and testing records.
• Review as-built drawings before project completion.
• Verify payment claims related to electrical works.

Testing & Commissioning

• Supervise testing and commissioning of:
• LV electrical systems
• Power distribution systems
• Switchboards
• Transformers
• Generators
• UPS systems
• ELV systems
• Fire alarm systems
• Lighting systems
• Earthing & lightning protection
• Ensure all systems are fully operational before handover.

JOB REQUIREMENT:-

Education

• At least Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Professional Qualification

• Registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (Graduate Engineer or Professional Engineer preferred).
• Registration with Suruhanjaya Tenaga is an added advantage for certain projects.

Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in electrical engineering within construction projects.
• Experience in hospitals, commercial buildings, high-rise developments, industrial facilities, or infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Experience in testing & commissioning is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of:
• Malaysian Standards (MS)
• Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations
• Electrical design principles
• Building services engineering
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
• Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

• Leadership and team coordination
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Report writing
• Time management

Typical Electrical Systems Managed

• High Voltage (HV)
• Medium Voltage (MV)
• Low Voltage (LV)
• Transformers
• Switchgear
• Main Switchboards (MSB)
• Distribution Boards (DB)
• Emergency Generators
• UPS Systems
• Lighting & Small Power
• Earthing & Lightning Protection
• Fire Alarm Systems
• ELV Systems (CCTV, Access Control, PA, Structured Cabling)
• Building Management System (BMS)