Application Engineer Lead (Building Automation)

Honeywell PH/MY/SG/ID (Korn Ferry); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Lead Application Engineer for Building Automation. This role requires overseeing design delivery, managing local and remote engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience with control systems, strong project management skills, and proficiency in HVAC controls. This position offers significant opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of control system principles and design.
• 10+ years of experience in control system projects.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in delivering design outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Support project planning and scheduling activities.

Skills

Control system principles

Customer requirements analysis

Project management

Team leadership

Software development

HVAC controls knowledge

Education

Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics)

Tools

Network technologies

Database technologies

Job description

Application Engineer Lead (Building Automation)

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The Lead Application Engineer will be responsible for the delivery of the engineering outcomes from initial design through to final certification in accordance with all contracted documents and referenced standards. You will have responsibility over a team of local and remote engineers contributing design across several parallel work fronts, ensuring there is a consistency to the approved design model used for each deployment. This role is reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of control system principles and design.
• Be highly skilled in translating customer requirements into clear definition of scope.
• Assessment of customer site for installation requirements and installation design.
• Sales assistance, involving innovative use of latest technology in establishing system design, and providing project estimates for works that fall outside our contract.
• Prepare submittals per engineering standards, ensuring commitment dates are met.
• Support the project controls team with planning / scheduling of project execution including attendance to relevant design meetings.
• Develop and test software, deliver commissioning packages, and support field start-up activities.
• Provide directions to project teams, manage consultants, and support field commissioning staff with expert guidance.
• Ensure defect‑free delivery through Quality Assurance, and maintain compliance with client, legislative, and engineering standards.
• Apply OH&S principles, participate in safety audits, and contribute to safe and effective design solutions.
• Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve cohesive project outcomes and share technical knowledge.

Key Experience & Capabilities

• Degree qualifications in engineering or related discipline from a university or equivalent. (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics).
• At least 10 years of experience in control system projects (preference in Security, Critical Control Systems, Integrated Systems) with extensive on‑site knowledge.
• Proficient in intermediate to advanced computer skills, with advantageous knowledge of networking, storage, and database technologies.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
• Familiar with current trends in IT and technology relevant to engineering and automation.
• Experienced in managing and working with complex control and automation systems.
• Proven track record in a project engineering capacity involved in the delivery of control system projects.
• Preferred strong technical foundation in building automation systems, with particular emphasis on HVAC controls, lighting management, and energy optimization technologies.
• Understanding of communication protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and TCP/IP networking is essential for successful system integration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and system architecture diagrams is required.

We Value

• Experience in interacting with a range of key stakeholders, both internal and external, while successfully delivering major projects
• Previous exposure to a site based, construction environment.
• Involvement in Design and Construct projects is preferred.
• Involvement in head contractor environment is preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self‑starter, able to work with minimum supervision.
• Willing to develop extensive product knowledge in formal training, and in “on the‑job” environments, working with the latest Honeywell technology.
• Able to work cooperatively and provide technical direction in a teamenvironment.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as an Application Engineer?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Do you have technical pre‑sales experience?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Building Management System Engineer?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Building Management System Project Manager?

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