Senior Engineer-Commissioning (Malaysia)

DAMAC Properties
Malaysia
Full timeFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 10+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Organization","Mentoring","Training"]

Lead commissioning activities for critical data centre projects, overseeing mechanical, electrical and controls systems from planning through handover. Manage FAT/SAT/IST testing, collaborate with design engineers, contractors and operations, ensure compliance with standards (Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, NEC), mentor junior staff, and maintain comprehensive commissioning documentation and training for operations teams.

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DAMAC Properties
DAMAC Properties
1 year ago

Senior Engineer-Commissioning (Malaysia)

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Job Summary

Lead commissioning activities for critical data centre projects, overseeing mechanical, electrical and controls systems from planning through handover. Manage FAT/SAT/IST testing, collaborate with design engineers, contractors and operations, ensure compliance with standards (Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, NEC), mentor junior staff, and maintain comprehensive commissioning documentation and training for operations teams.
Location: Malaysia
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead and manage commissioning activities for mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in new and retrofit data center facilities
  • •Develop detailed commissioning plans, test procedures, checklists, and protocols specific to data center infrastructure including UPS, generators, switchgear, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, fire suppression, and BMS
  • •Coordinate and oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and Performance Testing
  • •Collaborate with design engineers, contractors, vendors, and facility operations to ensure commissioning aligns with project scope, schedule, and quality standards
  • •Review design documents and equipment submittals to verify compliance with project requirements and standards (e.g., Uptime Institute Tier certification, ASHRAE, NEC).
  • •Identify, document, and track commissioning issues, non-conformances, and deficiencies and lead resolution efforts
  • •Provide technical support during handover to operations teams, including developing operational procedures and training
  • •Maintain accurate and thorough commissioning documentation, reports, and certifications.
  • •Mentor and guide junior commissioning engineers and technicians.
  • •Ensure safety compliance and promote best practices throughout commissioning activities

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering.
  • •10 years of commissioning experience in data center or mission-critical environments.
  • •Strong knowledge of data center mechanical and electrical systems including power distribution, cooling, fire suppression, and building automation.
  • •Familiarity with industry standards and guidelines including Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, NFPA, NEC, and TIA-942.
  • •Proven experience in leading commissioning teams and managing complex multi-discipline projects.
  • •Proficient with commissioning software, project management tools, and reporting.
  • •Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
  • •Relevant certifications such as Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) or equivalent are a plus.
Experience:10+ yearsData centerMission-critical
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationOrganizationMentoringTraining
Certifications:CCP
Tech Stack:UPSGeneratorsSwitchgearCRACCRAHChillersCooling towersFire suppressionBMSFATSATIST

Company Brief

DAMAC Properties
DAMAC Properties is a Dubai-based luxury real estate developer building residential, commercial and hospitality projects across the Middle East and internationally, known for masterplanned communities and branded residences since 2002.
Industry: Real Estate Development
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: USD 500M to 1B
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2002
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