Senior Electrical Engineer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the successful delivery and execution of engineering projects, focusing on technical excellence. You will oversee the design and coordination of medium and large-scale projects, often in a client-facing role, and contribute to business development through active engagement with clients. This role requires a hands-on approach, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of building service design, especially in sectors such as commercial, hotel, retail, and data centres. This role is based in our Johor Bahru office.

The Opportunity 

•    Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support for problem-solving.
•    Manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
•    Oversee the design, development, and testing of electrical systems, including compliance with industry regulations.
•    Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and high-quality project delivery
•    Support business development activities by creating proposals and attending meetings with current and potential clients.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Is this role right for you? 

•    Relevant tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering, with a preference for a Malaysia Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
•    Atleast 8 years of proven experience in delivering data centre and similar consulting projects, with a strong understanding of cost-effective and sustainable solutions.
•    Experience managing medium to large-scale projects, including supervising multidisciplinary teams.
•    Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards.
•    Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams under pressure.

What we offer you 

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arup’s Malaysia benefits below:
•    Flexible working hours
•    Paid maternity leave for 98 days
•    Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
•    Birthday leave
•    Mobile phone allowance
•    Travel allowance
•    Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
•    International mobility opportunities
•    Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
•    Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
•    Exam Leave (6 days)
•    QP allowance
•    Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme
•    Car allowance for Associates and above.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.