Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Senior Mechanical Engineer di Exyte Selangor - Maukerja

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Design & Build team for a mission-critical Data Centre project in Cyberjaya. This role is responsible for leading the mechanical engineering scope from design development through construction, testing & commissioning, and final project handover.

The successful candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of critical mechanical systems, extensive site execution experience, and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced EPC/Main Contractor environment.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design Management

• Lead the mechanical engineering scope throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with client requirements, project specifications, local regulations, and international standards.
• Review mechanical design submissions, calculations, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with consultants, design partners, subcontractors, and equipment vendors to ensure design integration and constructability.
• Participate in design coordination meetings, value engineering workshops, and technical reviews.
• Resolve engineering issues during design, procurement, and construction phases.

Project Delivery

• Manage and oversee the installation of mechanical systems in accordance with approved designs, project schedules, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate interfaces between mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural disciplines.
• Monitor construction progress and provide technical support to the site team.
• Identify engineering risks and develop practical mitigation measures.
• Review technical submissions, shop drawings, material approvals, and method statements.

Mission-Critical Mechanical Systems

Lead the delivery, installation, and commissioning of systems including:

• Chilled Water Systems
• Air-Cooled and Water-Cooled Chillers
• Cooling Towers
• Computer Room Air Handling (CRAH) Units
• Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) Units
• In-Row Cooling Systems
• Direct Expansion (DX) Cooling Systems
• Precision Air Conditioning
• Pumps and Hydronic Systems
• HVAC and Ventilation Systems
• Pressurisation Systems
• Mechanical Pipework and Valves
• Fuel Storage and Distribution Systems
• Building Management System (BMS) interfaces
• Water Leak Detection Systems

Construction Management

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure installations comply with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Coordinate mechanical subcontractors to achieve programme milestones.
• Review Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and engineering change requests.
• Ensure mechanical works are executed safely and in compliance with project quality standards.
• Support project planning and sequencing of mechanical activities.

Testing & Commissioning

• Develop and review mechanical Testing & Commissioning (T&C) procedures.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities with clients, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Witness equipment testing, balancing, integrated systems testing (IST), and performance validation.
• Ensure all mechanical systems achieve contractual performance requirements before project handover.
• Review as-built documentation, operation manuals, and commissioning reports.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Support procurement by reviewing technical specifications and evaluating supplier and subcontractor proposals.
• Coordinate equipment delivery schedules and factory acceptance testing (FAT), where applicable.
• Manage vendor technical clarifications throughout project execution.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with clients, consultants, authorities, utility providers, and internal project teams.
• Attend technical coordination meetings and provide engineering guidance.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across the project team.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Registered Graduate Engineer with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).
• Professional Engineer (PEng) registration is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 8–12 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• At least 5 years delivering Design & Build or EPC construction projects.
• Proven experience on Data Centre, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, industrial, or other mission-critical facilities.
• Experience working for a Main Contractor or EPC contractor is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, commissioning, and project delivery.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of chilled water cooling systems and critical HVAC infrastructure.
• Familiarity with Data Centre cooling technologies, redundancy concepts, and energy-efficient system design.
• Ability to review HVAC calculations, equipment schedules, P&IDs, and mechanical layouts.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and BIM coordination.
• Understanding of Malaysian Standards, ASHRAE, SMACNA, CIBSE, and relevant international codes.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and integrated control systems.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet demanding project schedules.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.

Preferred Experience

• Experience delivering hyperscale or colocation Data Centres.
• Exposure to projects for global technology clients such as Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle, or Equinix.
• Experience managing mechanical engineering packages on projects valued above MYR100 million.
• Knowledge of sustainable cooling solutions, energy optimisation, and Green Building Index (GBI) or LEED requirements.
• Experience leading integrated systems testing (IST) and mission-critical commissioning activities.