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Senior/Principal Building Automation Engineer

Join Cundall as a Senior/Principal Building Automation Engineer in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Lead innovative projects focused on energy efficiency and sustainability. Enjoy a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.
Cundall
Cundall
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia   On-site   Full Time  UTC+08:00

Cundall

Company Overview

Cundall

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

1976

Approximately 1,300 employees and generates around £100 million in revenue (source: sustainabilitymag.com; technologymagazine.com; cundall.com).

What They Do

Cundall is a global multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy that specializes in delivering client-focused projects through a people-centric approach. Founded in 1976, the firm integrates structural, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering to provide comprehensive solutions across various sectors. Their expertise extends into renewable energy technology, energy storage, and smart building consultancy, positioning them as leaders in multi-disciplinary solutions that encompass everything from policy advising to detailed design (source: wikipedia.org; cundall.com). Cundall's innovative services include feasibility studies for integrating data center cooling into district heating networks and evaluating high-capacity technologies like ammonia-based heat pumps, showcasing their commitment to optimizing efficiency and financial viability in energy systems (source: cundall.com). Their target markets include national and regional policy levels, utility-scale energy schemes, and commercial buildings, with a strong emphasis on promoting onsite renewable energy solutions.

Projects & Track Record

Cundall has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight their expertise in low-energy design and innovative engineering solutions. Among these is the Wansbeck Hospital, which exemplified early low-energy design principles, achieving significant energy savings through advanced data handling techniques (source: cundall.com). The Daily Telegraph printing plant in London's Docklands marked a pivotal moment for the firm, securing their London office and establishing a foothold in high-profile projects (source: cundall.com). More recent projects include a feasibility study for a Warsaw data center's heat recovery system and the Sustainable Buildings Research Centre in Australia, which achieved zero net energy and Living Building Challenge certification (source: cundall.com; cundall.com). Their commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated in projects like the National Grid Car Park in Warwick, which features Europe's largest green walls for carbon absorption.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Cundall has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving a world-first Carbon Trust certification for carbon neutrality across its operations in the UK, Europe, MENA, Asia, and Australia (source: cundall.com). The firm has also committed to becoming carbon positive by 2025, focusing on efficiency upgrades and renewable energy initiatives. Recent announcements include their Zero Carbon Design 2030 commitments in Saudi Arabia, aimed at reducing lifecycle carbon emissions in high-cooling-demand buildings (source: cundall.com). While there have been no major acquisitions or mergers reported, Cundall celebrated the legacy of founder Rick Carr, emphasizing their ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in engineering (source: cundall.com). Awards include Europe's first WELL-certified office fit-out in London, showcasing their dedication to high standards in workplace design.

Working There

Cundall offers a diverse range of roles across various multi-disciplinary departments, including structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as sustainability and IT/AV. The firm supports PhD-qualified and chartered professionals with in-house tools like Revit and digital twins, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration (source: technologymagazine.com). Hiring occurs globally from their Newcastle headquarters and over 20 offices, with a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and professional development through initiatives like the Cundall Diploma sustainable design training program (source: cundall.com). The company culture is rooted in a commitment to investing in people, with benefits that include operations in carbon-neutral offices and a focus on net zero carbon projects by 2030, creating a supportive environment for staff to thrive.

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Job Description

We are an award winning global consultancy and have been named Building's Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2024, 2022 and 2021. We are at the forefront of the industry, priding ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable projects.

Sustainability runs through everything we do at Cundall, and our people are empowered to drive change and decarbonise the built environment. By the end of this decade, we have set ourselves an ambitious goal to only work on projects that meet our zero carbon design criteria, a commitment we have called our Zero Carbon Design 2030 goal. We need engineers who share this passion for sustainability and thrive in designing energy efficient buildings and communities.

Our Building Automation team is passionate about advancing energy efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effective building operation. We take pride in our proven track record of designing innovative, eco-friendly mechanical and electrical solutions that minimize natural resource usage.As a group of world-leading experts, we foster a collaborative and proactive environment that emphasizes skill development and professional excellence, ensuring we remain at the forefront of sustainable building solutions.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with demonstrable knowledge of HVAC Control Applications, Building Management Systems and Electrical Power Management Systems to join the pioneer team in Malaysia.

We are seeking a Senior/Principal Building Automation Engineer experienced in the consultancy, design and construction of Critical Facilities and Smart Buildings to become part of our Building Automation team. The successful candidate will collaborate with all key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have leadership skills and a strong background in all aspects of Building Automation. A thorough understanding of mechanical systems, electrical systems and IP networking is essential. This person shall be detail oriented, possess strong organizational skills and be a self-starter that can excel with little direction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead new project control engineering design, quality approval, process control, product evaluation, vendor proposals, evaluation of product reliability, automated testing, software, research and development.
  • This position will be responsible for controls systems strategies, design and specifications.
  • Collaborate with multiple teams across different disciplines.
  • Drive project schedules while working closely with other disciplines to ensure milestones and completion dates are on track.
  • Work simultaneously on multiple projects, in a team or independently with little to no oversight.
  • Work closely with clients and subcontractors to provide support and technical guidance in building automation.

The Skills

Education (required):

  • A Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Information and Communications Technology or equivalent;
  • Previous experience;
  • Demonstrate the successfully management of projects and project teams;
  • Demonstrable experience with DDC and PLC control system design, development and management;
  • Experience in the design and/or implementation of Building Automation Systems (commercial offices and Data Center preferred);
  • Experienced in implementing integrated BMS systems on converged networks;
  • Conversant in IT cybersecurity requirements, IoT standards, Industry communication protocol etc.;
  • Familiar with Internet of Things and Cloud Platforms preferred;
  • Senior candidates with the relevant years of experience may be considered for the Principal role.

Knowledge of:

  • thermodynamics;
  • psychometrics;
  • electrical systems and schematics;
  • mechanical systems and schematics;
  • DDC and PLC architectures;
  • BACnet protocol to include IP, ETH and MS/TP;
  • Modbus protocol to include TCP, and RTU;
  • Networking Servers and Client Workstations.
  • Strong organisational and communicative skills are required.
  • Ability to establish smooth working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
  • Candidate should be able to travel to the site locations across the world.
  • Candidate must be able to work simultaneously on multiple projects in a team or independent environment.

If you want to progress your career and design the systems and solutions that are implemented in the buildings of the future this could be the role for you.

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That's why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.

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About the role

December 23, 2025

Full Time

Company

January 13, 2026

On-site

Cundall

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  •  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Senior/Principal level

UTC+08:00

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