Lead electrical engineer (mcf / data centres)

Our Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team is internationally recognised for delivering high-performance, resilient and sustainable data centre solutions for hyperscale, colocation and enterprise clients. As Southeast Asia continues to experience rapid digital infrastructure growth, we are strengthening our regional MCF leadership capability and are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to drive technical excellence and delivery performance across major developments in APAC. We welcome both international and local candidates. The successful candidate will be based in either Ho Chi Minh City or Jakarta. Given the regional scope of the position, periodic travel between these locations will be required.

What you will do as a Lead Electrical Engineer

This role is for a Lead Electrical Engineer within our Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team, responsible for leading the design and delivery of resilient electrical infrastructure systems for complex data centre developments across Southeast Asia. Acting as the electrical technical authority, you will provide leadership across all stages of design, from concept development through detailed engineering and construction support. You will work in close collaboration with the MEP Design Manager and Project Manager, alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, to ensure the successful delivery of integrated, high-performance, and reliable electrical systems. The role requires strong technical ownership of medium and low voltage distribution systems, backup power generation, UPS systems, and protection strategies aligned with mission critical redundancy requirements. You will be responsible for design quality, technical governance, and mentoring of electrical engineers within the regional team. This is a senior technical leadership position requiring strong mission critical expertise, sound engineering judgement and the ability to operate effectively in fast-track project environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the electrical technical authority for mission critical data centre projects across Southeast Asia, ensuring design quality, compliance, and technical excellence.
• Lead the design and coordination of medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) electrical distribution systems, including utility interfaces, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, and power distribution infrastructure.
• Oversee power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination using relevant modelling software (e.g., ETAP).
• Collaborate closely with the MEP Design Manager and Project Manager to ensure electrical deliverables align with overall project objectives, programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Lead and mentor electrical engineers within the regional team, providing technical guidance, design review, and capability development.
• Establish and maintain electrical design standards, best practices, and QA/QC processes within the Mission Critical Facilities team.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, reports, and tender documentation.
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, and technical proposals, providing recommendations to clients during procurement processes.
• Represent the company during client meetings, technical workshops, factory acceptance tests (FAT), and site testing & commissioning activities.
• Support business development activities through technical input to bids, proposals, and client presentations.
• Maintaining effective communication and relationship with our global teams (NL, GER & UK).
• Manage and deliver the electrical work packages in multiple projects.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

What you bring

You are an entrepreneurial, result oriented, proactive individual with a positive flexible and problem-solving attitude. Besides that, you have:

Technical Competencies

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in multidisciplinary design and project delivery.
• Proven experience delivering mission critical facilities, ideally hyperscale or colocation data centres.
• Strong technical expertise in medium- and low-voltage (MV/LV) distribution systems, including utility interfaces, standby generation, UPS systems, and critical power distribution.
• Proficiency in power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and protection coordination (e.g., ETAP or similar software).
• Experience preparing technical specifications, employer’s requirements, and tender documentation for major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineering teams, conduct technical reviews, and ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Experience supporting procurement processes, reviewing contractor submissions, and participating in FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Strong understanding of international standards applicable to electrical design and mission critical facilities.
• Experience working with international clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Uptime Institute ATD/ATS certification or similar mission critical accreditation is advantageous.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Personal Attributes

• Strong technical authority with sound engineering judgement.
• Strategic and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Commercial awareness with clear understanding of project constraints.
• Confident communicator capable of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Collaborative leadership style with mentoring capability.
• Calm and decisive under schedule pressure.

What we offer you

Within our company you will be able to develop yourself while working on challenging projects in Indonesia, Vietnam and worldwide. Besides that, we also offer you:

• Competitive regional compensation package.
• Private Health Insurance for employees and their family (Spouse and children).
• Accident Insurance for employees.
• Relocation Package for international moves (including work permit, visa application process, flight tickets, accommodation, etc.).
• Opportunity to lead high-profile hyperscale and colocation data centre projects in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital infrastructure markets.
• Integration into a globally recognised Mission Critical Facilities (MCF) team.
• Exposure to international clients and cross-border collaboration.
• Clear leadership pathway within a growing APAC platform.
• Competitive regional compensation package.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities.

Are you our new colleague? We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will contact you as soon as possible. For more information, please feel free to reach out to the hiring team: Hiring Manager: Mizan Ali – mizan.ali@haskoning.com Recruiter (Vietnam): Tram Phan – tram.ngoc.bao.phan@haskoning.com Recruiter (Indonesia): Ni Ketut Yusiarini – ni.ketut.yusiarini@haskoning.com

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

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