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Data Center Technical Leader

Johor Permanent View Job Description
An industry-leading engineering organization is seeking a Technical Team Leader - Data Center MEP to oversee the design, delivery, and technical governance of mission-critical MEP systems across large-scale data center projects. This role combines deep technical expertise in power and cooling infrastructure with people leadership, ensuring projects meet operational reliability, energy efficiency, safety, and Tier-compliance requirements.
  • Lead cutting-edge hyperscale data center MEP projects
  • Drive technical excellence while leading high-performing teams

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing organization specializing in the development and delivery of mission-critical infrastructure and data center solutions across Malaysia. With an expanding portfolio of hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center projects, the company is committed to delivering world-class engineering excellence, operational reliability, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Job Description

Technical Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and mentor a team of 5-12 MEP professionals, including engineers, designers, technicians, and site coordinators.
  • Allocate resources, monitor progress, provide technical guidance, and support professional development.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and facilitate continuous skills enhancement within the team.



Engineering Delivery & Project Oversight

  • Manage design reviews, value engineering initiatives, construction coordination, and change management activities for data center MEP systems.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables meet project specifications, operational requirements, and industry standards.
  • Review and guide the preparation ofMEP technical documentation, including:
    • Equipment layouts
    • Coordination drawings
    • Schematics
    • As-built drawings



Critical Infrastructure Technical GovernanceProvide technical leadership and fault analysis for mission-critical systems, including:

Power Systems

  • Modular UPS systems
  • Battery management systems
  • Redundancy architectures
  • Static and dynamic bypass systems
  • Maintenance and reliability strategies



Cooling Systems

  • In-Row Cooling
  • Wind Wall Cooling
  • CRAC/CRAH systems
  • Chilled and hot water loop systems
  • Airflow management optimization
  • Liquid cooling support solutions



Electrical Distribution Systems

  • Power Distribution Units (PDU)
  • Intelligent PDUs
  • Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
  • Switchgear systems
  • Busway systems
  • Power monitoring and integration platforms



Stakeholder Management

  • Participate in technical clarification meetings with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
  • Resolve complex technical and engineering issues throughout project execution.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project success.



Commissioning & Compliance

  • Support commissioning activities from Level 1-5, integrated systems testing, validation, and final project handover.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards and best practices, including:
    • Uptime Institute Tier III/IV
    • ASHRAE TC9.9
    • BCx commissioning standards
    • Local regulatory requirements



Documentation & Continuous Improvement

  • Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, change requests, and lessons learned documentation.
  • Lead root cause investigations and recommend corrective actions.
  • Drive energy efficiency improvements and reliability enhancement initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, MEP Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng/BEM) certification or equivalent is advantageous.



Experience

  • Minimum 8-12 years of MEP engineering experience within mission-critical environments.
  • At least 2 years of experience leading engineering or technical teams in data center projects.
  • Proven involvement across the full lifecycle of data center developments, including new builds, expansions, or retrofit projects.
  • Experience with Tier III or higher data center facilities is highly desirable.



Technical Expertise

  • Strong knowledge of UPS systems, battery technologies, redundancy schemes, and fault diagnosis.
  • Extensive understanding of precision cooling technologies, including In-Row and Wind Wall cooling solutions.
  • Experience with electrical power distribution systems and critical facility infrastructure.
  • Ability to review and guide MEP design documentation and engineering drawings.
  • Familiarity with data center commissioning methodologies and operational readiness processes.
  • Knowledge of energy efficiency optimization and root cause analysis techniques.



Software Skills

  • Proficient in AutoCAD (mandatory).
  • Experience with Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360, or other BIM platforms is preferred.



Leadership & Communication

  • Demonstrated experience managing teams of five or more technical professionals.
  • Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication abilities.
  • Capable of leading technical discussions and preparing professional engineering documentation.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to make informed decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead large-scale hyperscale and mission-critical data center developments.

Exposure to advanced power, cooling, and infrastructure technologies.

Strategic leadership role with significant technical influence.

Work alongside experienced engineering and project management professionals.

Career growth within one of the fastest-growing sectors in infrastructure and technology.

Competitive remuneration package and performance-based rewards.

Ongoing professional development and exposure to international best practices.

Opportunity to contribute directly to high-impact projects supporting digital transformation and cloud infrastructure growth across the region.

Contact
Jane Chu
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7060226
Phone number
+60323024077

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Facilities Management / Technical Manager
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johor
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jane Chu
Consultant contact
+60323024077
Job Reference
JN-072026-7060226

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