Rainald Morais

Senior Critical Environment Engineer with 25+ years of experience in data centre operations, M&E engineering, and project delivery across leading organisations including Microsoft and Princeton Digital Group. Skilled in critical systems monitoring, root cause analysis, vendor management, and operational excellence. Strong leadership background in managing teams, driving infrastructure upgrades, and ensuring compliance with safety and sustainability standards.

Multi-certified with a proven record of delivering resilient, cost-effective, and efficient facility solutions in high-demand environments.

Professional Development - Professional Development

(2025-04)

• Completed relevant certifications and training.
• Kept up to date with industry trends.
• Strengthened technical and leadership skills.

Senior Critical Environment Engineer - Microsoft - Singapore

(2022-01 - 2025-02)

• Oversaw critical M&E systems (electrical, mechanical, fire & life safety) for large-scale data centres.
• Led root cause analyses and implemented preventive measures to enhance uptime and efficiency.
• Developed operational SOPs and training programs to strengthen team readiness.
• Coordinated vendor contracts, repairs, and critical equipment replacements.
• Key Projects: Phase 0–3 Data Centre builds for IO, DCSG, PDG; critical outage recovery initiatives.

Team Lead Facility Engineer - Princeton Digital Group - Singapore

(2015-12 - 2022-01)

• Managed end-to-end data centre operations and maintenance across multiple facilities.
• Supervised diesel generators, UPS, HVAC, and fire systems ensuring 24/7 uptime.
• Developed budgets, managed vendor contracts, and supported customer infrastructure deployments.
• Key Projects: Data centre expansion and infrastructure upgrades across multiple sites.

M&E Engineer - AWP Singapore Pte Ltd

(2013-10 - 2015-11)

• Prepared M&E plans, supervised ACMV/electrical installations, and ensured site safety compliance.
• Managed cost estimation, commissioning, and vendor deliverables.
• Key Projects: Amara Hotel (Tanjong Pagar), Dakota Condominium, Jurong Island BTR.

M&E Engineer - Yau Lee Construction Singapore Pte Ltd

(2010-09 - 2013-09)

• Supervised M&E installations (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection) on residential projects.
• Key Projects: Multiple HDB housing projects.

M&E Supervisor - King Wan Construction Pte Ltd

(2008-09 - 2010-10)

• Planned and executed maintenance for HVAC and electrical systems, including commissioning.
• Key Projects: Greenwich Condominium & Mall, UPS Hotel/Office Tower at Chinatown.

M&E Supervisor - Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd

(2005-06 - 2008-08)

• Coordinated electrical, HVAC, and plumbing works; conducted inspections and cost control.
• Key Projects: Skye 11 Condominium, Scotch High Park.

Electrical Supervisor (E&I Dept.) - Sembawang Shipyard Pte Ltd

(1997-09 - 2005-05)

• Troubleshot, calibrated, and overhauled shipboard and industrial electrical systems.
• Key Projects: Large-scale generator and switchboard refurbishments.

Master - Engineering Management - Guglielmo Marconi University

B.E. - Electrical Engineering - AIU

Advanced Diploma - Applied Electrical Engineering - Engineering Institute of Technology

NTC - Electrical Technology - ITE, Singapore