Principal Engineer, Mechanical (Healthcare Sector)
HybridBukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Summary
Lead mid- to large-scale mechanical engineering projects in healthcare facilities, managing teams from conception to completion. Interpret and coordinate complex technical assignments for hospitals and medical care, ensuring quality control and client satisfaction. Act as the primary point of contact for architects, contractors, and clients while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to business development. Present specialized technical solutions and approve designs for HVAC, fire protection, medical gas, and plumbing systems. Provide estimates for engineering budgets and schedules, participate in technical proposals, and stay current with emerging technologies and sustainable design practices. Work independently with minimal supervision, requiring extensive progressive experience in project management and multi-disciplinary engineering.
Required Qualifications
- Possession of either a Masters or a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in Healthcare sector like design of Hospital or Medical care facilities and related buildings, with a proven track record in project management
- Must have hands on experience in Hospital or Medical Centre projects in ACMV, Fire Protection and Detection, Medical Gas system, Cold and Hot water system, Sanitary Plumbing and Drainage system
- Registered with Board of Engineer (BEM)
- preferable Professional Engineer with Practice Certification status
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Experience in managing and mentoring engineering teams
- Understanding of sustainable design practices and their application in mechanical engineering
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Strong client relationship management skills
- Proficiency in working with BIM at different levels of detail, including 3D, 4D, 5D, 6D, and Levels of Development (LODs) ranging from 200 to 400
- Familiarity with local and international building codes, ministry of health and the procedures for submitting designs to relevant authorities
- Knowledge of Healthcare-specific codes like ASHRAE, NFPA, local health authority regulations etc
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong technical writing skills
- Proficiency in the use of specialized engineering software, including Elite, HAP, E20, Pipeflow or Elite etc
- all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment
Desired Qualifications
- preferable Professional Engineer with Practice Certification status
- Understanding of sustainable design practices and their application in mechanical engineering
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