Automation Engineer

Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad; Klang City, Port Klang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad is seeking an Automation Engineer to lead and support automation projects within a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on improving system reliability and performance, coaching the Production Technical team, and driving continuous improvement through new technologies.

You will guide design, installation, testing and commissioning of automation projects, while maintaining documentation and collaborating with production, maintenance and vendors to implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in automation engineering, preferably in manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with sensors, servo motors, induction motors and pneumatic control systems.
• Knowledge of sprockets, chains, bearings, shafts and other mechanical drive components will be an advantage.
• Experience in electrical architecture and conceptual design, including cost analysis and evaluation of design options.
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming/control systems, preferably Omron or equivalent.
• Good understanding of analogue and digital circuit principles.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lead projects, coordinate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects, operations and maintenance activities to ensure reliable and efficient automation systems.
• Manage automation projects from planning and design through vendor coordination, installation, testing, commissioning, validation and implementation.
• Monitor system performance and drive improvements in productivity, quality, safety, equipment reliability and downtime reduction.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, predictive maintenance, machine optimisation and the adoption of new automation technologies.
• Provide technical guidance, training and coaching to the Production Technical team on the operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of automation systems.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including control-system drawings, PLC programmes, operating procedures, technical reports and maintenance instructions.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, vendors and other stakeholders to identify issues and implement effective automation solutions.

Job description

To lead and support automation engineering initiatives by managing automation projects, improving system reliability and performance, and driving continuous improvement through new technologies and innovative solutions. The role will also provide technical guidance and coaching to the Production Technical team to ensure effective operation and maintenance of automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate automation projects, operations and maintenance activities to ensure reliable and efficient automation systems.

Manage automation projects from planning and design through vendor coordination, installation, testing, commissioning, validation and implementation.

Monitor system performance and drive improvements in productivity, quality, safety, equipment reliability and downtime reduction.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, predictive maintenance, machine optimisation and the adoption of new automation technologies.

Provide technical guidance, training and coaching to the Production Technical team on the operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of automation systems.

Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including control-system drawings, PLC programmes, operating procedures, technical reports and maintenance instructions.

Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, vendors and other stakeholders to identify issues and implement effective automation solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Relevant experience in automation engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Hands-on experience with sensors, servo motors, induction motors and pneumatic control systems.

Knowledge of sprockets, chains, bearings, shafts and other mechanical drive components will be an advantage.

Experience in electrical architecture and conceptual design, including cost analysis and evaluation of design options.

Basic knowledge of PLC programming/control systems, preferably Omron or equivalent.

Good understanding of analogue and digital circuit principles.

Strong problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to lead projects, coordinate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

Chemicals & Plastics Manufacturing 5,001-10,000 employees

STRETCHING LIMITS since 1979, KOSSAN has emerged today the world class manufacturer of latex disposable gloves and high technical engineered rubber products. KOSSAN strive to be the preferred and respected global company by protecting lives through purposeful rubber products. We committed to deliver extensive range of innovative and reliable products for diverse market needs with solid manufacturing capabilities with advanced technologies. As quality means high degree of excellence, we devoted in instilling international quality systems of every product we deliver.

STRETCHING LIMITS since 1979, KOSSAN has emerged today the world class manufacturer of latex disposable gloves and high technical engineered rubber products. KOSSAN strive to be the preferred and respected global company by protecting lives through purposeful rubber products. We committed to deliver extensive range of innovative and reliable products for diverse market needs with solid manufacturing capabilities with advanced technologies. As quality means high degree of excellence, we devoted in instilling international quality systems of every product we deliver.

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