6805 - Automation Project Engineer

Company Overview:

A Malaysia-based engineering company specializing in the design, assembly, integration, and deployment of industrial automation and robotic machinery. The company provides automation solutions involving electrical control systems, PLC integration, machine wiring, and on-site commissioning for manufacturing customers.

Job Description:

• Accountable for delivering the schedule, cost, and scope of custom automation line projects from project kick-off through Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT).
• Drive and coordinate cross-functional teams to support project deliverables.
• Analyze project requirements and develop Gantt charts and resource plans.
• Review Bills of Materials (BOM) and technical drawings, including AutoCAD 2D and SolidWorks 3D models, for Build-to-Print projects to confirm document accuracy.
• Drive project execution by chairing regular project meetings to ensure project deliverables, timelines, and costs are achieved.
• Report project status and cost versus budget during management reviews, identify project risks, and recommend mitigation actions.
• Act as the main point of contact between the internal project team and customers.
• Chair customer project update meetings when required.
• Develop and prepare Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) checklists based on User Requirement Specification (URS) documents.
• Coordinate the preparation of User Manuals when required.
• Travel to customer sites to support Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) when necessary.
• Use SolidWorks to translate conceptual designs into detailed mechanical drawings when required.

Job Requirement:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience leading technical projects with responsibility for project scope and schedules.
• Proficient in spoken, read, and written English.
• Ability to prepare project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Ability to read AutoCAD 2D and SolidWorks 3D models to understand the physical layout of automation lines.
• Mechanical design experience and the ability to use SolidWorks to translate conceptual designs into detailed drawings is an added advantage.
• Computer literacy in Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, and SolidWorks.
• Able to perform physical work, including occasional lifting of up to 10 kg.
• Willing to travel up to 10% when required.