RightHirePlus

Technical Director, Electrical

RightHirePlus  •  Kuala Lumpur, MY (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

We are seeking an accomplished Electrical Engineering leader to serve as our Technical Director. You will be the technical authority, driving innovation and leading the delivery of major projects from concept through construction. This role demands a strategic leader with deep expertise in large-scale infrastructure, particularly in rail, metro, and data center projects, and a proven track record in Southeast Asia.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary technical lead and verifier for all electrical engineering deliverables.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of electrical engineers.
  • Drive innovation and value engineering across projects and proposals.
  • Manage multidisciplinary design teams and ensure seamless project coordination.
  • Oversee project delivery, including technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.
  • Serve as the senior point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Registered Professional Engineer with PEPC qualification.
  • Minimum 15 years' experience, with at least 5 recent years in Asia (Southeast Asia preferred).
  • Proven expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., rail, data centers).
  • Strong background in construction oversight, testing, and commissioning.
  • Proficiency in BIM, Revit, and CAD environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of Malaysian design codes; regional knowledge is a plus.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills in English
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About RightHirePlus

Why RightHirePlus?

We are seasoned recruiters with more than 20 years of in-house and agency experience. What differentiates us is our previous experience in operations and scaling hyper growth start-ups. As a boutique recruitment firm, we are agile and quick to adapt, partnering with you to navigate challenging assignments efficiently.

Comprehensive Targeted Sourcing, Screening, and Selection:

We thoroughly understand your job requirements, team dynamics, and company culture. Our process includes talent mapping, meticulous screening, competency-based assessments, and in-depth interviews. We recruit from your perspective, ensuring you only review and interview candidates who are the perfect fit for your roles.

Beyond Recruitment

We go beyond job specs to find the perfect match for your company. We have proven track records of delivering candidates who solve company crises and drive growth from pre-seed round to IPO.

Hire in time

We've been in your shoes and understand the challenges of in-house recruitment. Partnering with us means working with a team that truly gets it, reducing your workload and avoiding the frustrations of commission-driven recruiters.

We specialize in the following recruitment areas in Asia Pacific region:

C-Suite Executive Search

Technology, Data

Real Estate & Construction

Industry 4.0

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Hong Kong, HK
Year Founded
Unknown
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