Transmission and Distribution Lead

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.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in Arup's Malaysian Energy business? We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Transmission and Distribution Lead to join our team in Kuala Lumpur. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving growth and leading our Transmission and Distribution team. Your contributions will be essential in shaping the local and national Energy strategy and developing the design to ensure successful delivery. Your deep knowledge and expertise in the Malaysian electricity industry will make you a valuable peer resource for teams across the Australasian region.

The Opportunity

Foster Team Growth: Cultivate the growth of the Transmission & Distribution team and enhance our service offerings. Ensure your team consistently delivers services that surpass client expectations.
Strategic Planning: Develop and execute longer-term plans that align with Arup's overarching business strategy and, specifically, the Energy strategy.
Engagement: Collaborate closely with Arup Business Leaders to nurture client relationships, secure project pipelines, and negotiate significant contracts.
Project Leadership: Provide crucial support in the development, design, and management of large and complex projects. This entails coordination of team, facilities, and resources while adhering to strict timelines and budgetary constraints.
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 to 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?

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in in Electrical Engineering with a primary focus of HV/EHV Design Management, HV/EHV Design and
• HV/EHV Design Review or similar area;
• Relevant industry experience within the T&D design and consulting business environment;
• Relevant experience with Conceptual Design, FEED and Detailed Design;
• Well verse with Malaysian regulatory requirements including design compliance against TNB and Suruhanjaya Tenaga requirements.
• Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies or significant credit towards eligibility for membership;
• Proficiency in design and analysis software i.e., DIgSILENT, OpenTrac/OPN, ETAP, EMTP-RV, EMTP-ATP and CDEGS
• Relevant experience in leading and directed a dedicated team of Engineers and Technical Specialists in the provision of high-level technical exper

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.

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.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Helen Pakhomov on [email protected]

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies

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