Automation Engineering Manager

Jobstreet Malaysia; Penang; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Automation & Control Engineering Manager to lead the automation engineering team and drive technical excellence across projects. The role focuses on overseeing project delivery, ensuring compliance with CE and ISO standards, and fostering innovation in PLC, HMI, SCADA and robotics.

Strong leadership and strategic planning are essential. You will collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Project Management to achieve business goals while maintaining customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• Master's Degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Automation, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, or System Integration environment.
• At least 7 years of experience in a leadership, managerial, or Head of Department position.
• Proven experience managing engineering teams, resources, budgets, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in Automation Companies, Machine Builders, or System Integrator environments is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Siemens PLC & HMI, Allen Bradley PLC & HMI, and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with electrical and control system design.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE software, preferably ePLAN.
• Familiarity with industrial networks, robotics, and manufacturing automation.
• Understanding of PLC programming methodologies including Ladder Logic, SCL, and related platforms.
• Strong knowledge of electrical standards, machine safety requirements, and CE compliance.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to lead teams through complex technical challenges and business priorities.
• Strategic thinking with strong business and operational awareness.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Results-oriented with a focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Automation & Control Engineering team.
• Provide technical direction, guidance, and support to engineering staff.
• Establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Build and strengthen engineering competencies through training and development programs.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and safety.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple automation projects.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality requirements.
• Review and approve automation system architectures, electrical designs, and software specifications.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with applicable industry regulations and standards, including CE requirements.
• Manage project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support complex troubleshooting and resolve critical technical issues.
• Coordinate resources effectively, including subcontractors and external vendors.
• Provide leadership in automation solutions involving PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial networks, robotics, and control systems.
• Review and approve control system designs, electrical schematics, and software development activities.
• Ensure best engineering practices, standards, procedures, and templates are implemented across projects.
• Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to improve operational performance.
• Participate in customer meetings, technical discussions, and business development activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through quality project delivery and technical support.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, Project Management, and other departments to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Automation leadership

PLC/SCADA

Electrical engineering

ISO standards

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

ePLAN

Siemens PLC & HMI

Allen Bradley PLC & HMI

CAD/CAE

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.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Automation & Control Engineering Manager to lead and manage the automation engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving technical excellence, overseeing project delivery, developing engineering capabilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and achieving customer satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and excellent decision‑making skills to support business growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership & Department Management

Lead, mentor, and develop the Automation & Control Engineering team.

Provide technical direction, guidance, and support to engineering staff.

Establish departmental goals, KPIs, and performance standards.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.

Build and strengthen engineering competencies through training and development programs.

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and safety.

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple automation projects.

Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality requirements.

Review and approve automation system architectures, electrical designs, and software specifications.

Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with applicable industry regulations and standards, including CE requirements.

Manage project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Support complex troubleshooting and resolve critical technical issues.

Coordinate resources effectively, including subcontractors and external vendors.

Technical Excellence

Provide leadership in automation solutions involving PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial networks, robotics, and control systems.

Review and approve control system designs, electrical schematics, and software development activities.

Ensure best engineering practices, standards, procedures, and templates are implemented across projects.

Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to improve operational performance.

Participate in customer meetings, technical discussions, and business development activities.

Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and key stakeholders.

Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through quality project delivery and technical support.

Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, Project Management, and other departments to achieve business objectives.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure compliance with ISO standards, company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures.

Promote a strong safety culture within the department.

Review and oversee risk assessments and safety-related engineering activities.

Other Responsibilities

Perform additional duties and responsibilities assigned by Management as required.

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field.

Master's Degree is an added advantage.

Experience

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Automation, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, or System Integration environment.

At least 7 years of experience in a leadership, managerial, or Head of Department position.

Proven experience managing engineering teams, resources, budgets, and multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience working in Automation Companies, Machine Builders, or System Integrator environments is highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of Siemens PLC & HMI, Allen Bradley PLC & HMI, and industrial automation systems.

Experience with electrical and control system design.

Knowledge of CAD/CAE software, preferably ePLAN.

Familiarity with industrial networks, robotics, and manufacturing automation.

Understanding of PLC programming methodologies including Ladder Logic, SCL, and related platforms.

Strong knowledge of electrical standards, machine safety requirements, and CE compliance.

Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Strong leadership and people management capabilities.

Ability to lead teams through complex technical challenges and business priorities.

Strategic thinking with strong business and operational awareness.

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Strong interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring skills.

Results-oriented with a focus on quality, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.