Automation Engineer

PERSOL; Penang; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop and implement manufacturing automation solutions. You will lead automation projects from concept through handover, and you will program PLCs, develop HMI interfaces, and optimize robots and gantry systems.

Experience in plastics or molding environments is preferred. A bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or related field, with at least 3 years in industrial automation, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field is required.
• Minimum 3 years in industrial automation or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with plastic injection molding, silicone dispensing, die-cut converting, or assembly automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing automation solutions.
• Lead automation projects from concept to production handover.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI interfaces.
• Program and optimize industrial robots and gantry systems.
• Support automation for pick-and-place, assembly, and inspection processes.
• Integrate conveyors, vision systems, barcode readers, and peripheral equipment.
• Improve OEE, cycle time, yields, and productivity through continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI interfaces

Robotics integration

Vision systems

Lean & Kaizen

ISO knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics/Electrical/Electronics/Automation or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Candidate will be responsible for machine automation, PLC programming, robotics integration, vision inspection systems, process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, and implementation of Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing automation solutions.


• Lead automation projects from concept, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and production handover.


• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs and HMI interfaces.


• Program and optimize industrial robots and gantry systems.


• Support automation for pick-and-place, assembly, inspection, packaging, and dispensing applications.


• Integrate molding machines, dispensing systems, converting machines, conveyors, vision systems, barcode readers, leak testers, and peripheral equipment.


• Improve OEE, cycle time, yield, and productivity through automation and continuous improvement projects.


• Support Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen activities.


• Troubleshoot automation-related equipment failures and production issues.

Experience / Skill Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related discipline.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial automation, machine controls, or manufacturing engineering.


• Experience in plastic injection molding, silicone dispensing, die-cut converting, assembly automation, or related manufacturing environment is preferred.


• Pneumatic and electrical control systems.


• AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent electrical design software.


• Strong communication skills.


• Self-motivated and self-discipline.


• Knowledge in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 13485 and IATF 16949.


• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.