At B&W Engineering, we deliver world-class mission-critical infrastructure that powers the digital economy. As an Associate Director, Electrical Engineering, you will lead the design and delivery of complex data centre electrical systems across high-profile regional projects.
This is a strategic leadership role where you will drive technical excellence, influence client outcomes, and shape the future of data centre engineering across Southeast Asia.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership & Strategy
- Lead the design of mission-critical electrical systems, including:
- HV and LV distribution systems
- UPS and critical backup systems
- Generators and emergency power infrastructure
- Oversee system architecture across end-to-end electrical design (two-end systems)
- Define and uphold engineering standards, frameworks, and best practices
- Provide technical leadership on resilience strategies (N+1, 2N, 2N+1)
- Drive master planning and utility interface design, including HV integration
- Act as the technical authority across multiple large-scale projects
Project & Client Leadership
- Lead client engagements and provide strategic advisory on electrical design and optimisation
- Manage multiple project teams across the full project lifecycle (concept to commissioning)
- Drive: Value engineering, Risk mitigation strategies, Key technical decision-making
- Build trusted relationships with clients including hyperscalers, telco operators, and developers
Regional Influence & Business Growth
- Support business development and contribute to winning new work across Singapore and the region
- Represent B&W as a thought leader in data centre electrical engineering
- Leverage regional and global project experience to strengthen client offerings
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Lead, mentor, and develop senior engineers and technical specialists
- Build a scalable, high-performing electrical engineering capability
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
Innovation & Digital Engineering
- Champion digital engineering tools such as BIM and advanced analytics
- Drive adoption of emerging technologies, including: Liquid-cooled, air-cooled, and hybrid data centre systems
- Renewable energy integration
- Energy storage and smart grid solutions
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENT
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) - Singapore registration (preferred or required depending on scope/sign-off responsibilities)
- More than 10 years experience in electrical engineering with consultancies, design firms, data centre operators and/or telco infrastructure projects,
- Registered with the Professional Engineers Board (PEB), Singapore (highly regarded)
- Familiarity with Singapore codes and standards (e.g., SS standards, EMA requirements)
- Strong knowledge of international standards (IEC, IEEE, TIA-942)
- Membership with relevant bodies (e.g., IES - Institution of Engineers Singapore) preferred
GETTING RESULTS AND WORKING TOGETHER
The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values:
- Accountability - Everyone is accountable.
- Integrity - We are straight talking, respectful and fair.
- Simplicity - Both in our approach and solutions.
- Supportive - We are approachable, inclusive and recognise success
