Associate Manager, Automation

SCHOTT

Kulim

On-site

MYR 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Canteen

Free Parking

Further training and education

Talent development

Team Events

Trust-based working time

Paid vacation days, holidays and sick:

Job summary

SCHOTT in Malaysia seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to lead a team of engineers in automation design, development and implementation across manufacturing lines in Kulim. You will identify opportunities to improve yield, OEE, MTBF/MTTR, and cost efficiency, and oversee projects from concept through handover.

The role requires a BE/BEng in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Mechatronics and 5+ years in automated manufacturing, PLC/HMI, robotics, and machine vision, with IT/OT and safety

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering or related field.
Minimum 5 years' experience in automated manufacturing equipment design and development.
Minimum 2 years' experience with automation houses or equivalent industrial environment.
Experience in supervisory or team-lead roles preferred.
Experience in PLC and HMI programming, industrial robotics, and machine vision.
Familiar with IT/OT, Industry 4.0, MES, IoT integration and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of engineers on automation design, development and implementation.
Identify automation opportunities to improve yield, quality, OEE, MTBF/MTTR and cost efficiency.
Prepare automation concepts, system design, specifications and CAPEX plans.
Oversee automation projects from design to handover and acceptance testing.
Support daily manufacturing operations by solving equipment, yield and breakdown issues.
Drive system capability improvements (hardware, software, robotics, vision) against KPIs.
Develop preventive maintenance plans, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
Ensure machine safety, cleanroom compliance, maintainability and reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication

MS Office & engineering software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD documentation

Job description

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Lead and supervise a team of engineers on automation design, development, and implementation
Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve Yield, Quality, OEE, MTBF/MTTR, and cost efficiency
Prepare automation concepts, system design, specifications, CAPEX plans, and project roadmaps
Oversee automation projects from design, fabrication, installation to buy‑off and handover
Establish and execute acceptance testing for automation systems, databases, networks, MES/SAP integration
Support daily manufacturing operations by solving equipment, yield, and breakdown issues
Drive system capability improvement (hardware, software, robotics, vision systems) based on defined KPIs
Review and upgrade manual material handling systems into robotic, actuator, or servo‑based solutions
Develop preventive maintenance plans, technical manuals, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training materials
Ensure machine safety, maintainability, cleanroom compliance, and reliability requirements are met
Lead continuous improvement programs to increase equipment productivity and reduce maintenance cost
Coach, train, and develop technical staff in automation knowledge and engineering best practices
Ensure high equipment availability to meet production output targets
Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, EHS requirements, company policies, and legal regulations
Manage and optimize service level agreements with internal and external service providers

Your Profile

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or related fields
Minimum 5 years’ experience in automated manufacturing equipment design and development
Minimum 2 years’ experience with automation houses or equivalent industrial environment
Experience in supervisory or team‑lead roles preferred
Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Industrial robotics (6‑axis robots, cobots), Machine vision system design and implementation
Familiar with IT/OT, Industry 4.0, MES, IoT integration
Familiar with Machinery safety standards and compliance, Equipment maintainability and reliability concepts, and CAD drawings and technical documentation
Strong mechanical and electrical system knowledge
Ability to read and create mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with suppliers
Good communication and leadership skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering software (AutoCAD, NX, etc.)
Good command of English

SCHOTT’s openness to promote your further development is just as great as our additional benefits. Ranging from active health management via flexible working hours and hybrid work all the way to corporate pension plans: everything geared to suit your goals and needs. Discover a special corporate culture where everyone has the opportunity to develop their entire potential.

At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.