Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

PERSOL; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

PERSOL Workforce Solutions Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is hiring an Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician in Pasir Gudang, Johor on a 6‑month contract with renewal potential. Basic salary RM2300 plus transportation RM200 and meal RM120.

Working days: 4 on, 1 off, 1 rest day. Responsibilities include electrical, instrumentation and automation maintenance, PLC troubleshooting, PMs, and updating drawings. Qualifications include a Diploma in Electrical & Instrument Engineering; AO Chargeman is a

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical and Instrument Engineering; AO Chargeman certification is a plus.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Strong PLC knowledge is required.
• Experience with Telemecanique hardware/software is advantageous.
• Ability to read electrical circuit diagrams, P&ID drawings, PLC ladder diagrams and setup VSDs.
• Strong fault-finding and multi-tasking abilities.
• English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and perform electrical, instrumentation and automation maintenance repairs including PLC troubleshooting and pneumatic troubleshooting for site equipment.
• Maximize equipment availability by reducing downtime and completing PMs.
• Provide technical support for installations and repairs.
• Ensure PMs are completed in a timely and safe manner.
• Maintain site drawings; update modifications and procedures.
• Recommend improvements from E&I perspective to optimize operations.
• Prepare work for configuration changes on production machines.
• Write reports on work done and assist operators with machinery operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• Adhere to company safety rules and procedures.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Electrical experience

P&ID reading

Team player

Education

Diploma in Electrical & Instrument Engineering

Tools

Telemecanique hardware

PLC software

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.

Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technician

Kontrak di bawah PERSOL Workforce Solutions Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Address: Jln Ipil, Tanjung Langsat Industrial Complex, 81700 Pasir Gudang, Johor
Position: E&I Technician
Duration: 6 months contract (Renewable based on candidate performance and client's project)
Basic salary: RM2300
Allowances: Transportation RM200 & Meal RM120
Working days: 4 days work, 1 day Off, 1 Rest day (4-2)

Working hours: 7am/pm - 7pm/am (11 hours of work + 1 hour OT)

• Off day & Rest day (First 11 hour is 1.5 rate/hour, After 11 hours is 2.0 rate/hour)
• Public Holiday (First 11 hour is 2.0 rate/hour, After 11 hours is 3.0 rate/hour)
• Sunday (First 11 hour is 1.5 rate/hour, After 11 hours is 1.5 rate/hour)

Responsibilities

• 1. Direct and perform electrical, instrumentation and/or automation maintenance repairs including electrical, electronic, hydraulic, PLC troubleshooting and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair of all site equipment.
• 2. Maximizing equipment availability across the site, through minimizing breakdown time and PM work completion.
• 3. Provide technical support for equipment installations and repairs.
• 4. Ensure that PMs are completed in a timely and safe manner.
• 5. Maintain all site drawings ensuring that all modifications are captures and the relevant drawings, procedures are revised.
• 6. Make recommendations to improve maintenance and production operations within the E & I perspective.
• 7. To prepare work related to configuration changes on production machines.
• 8. To write a report on work done and to assist production operators regarding machinery operations.
• 9. Participate in continuous improvement programs.
• 10. Apply company rules, respect and apply safety rules.

Qualifications

• 1. Certificate of Diploma in Electrical and Instrument Engineering. AO Chargeman Certificate would be an added advantage.
• 2. Self-directed – required minimal supervision.
• 3. Strong knowledge of PLC’s essential.
• 4. Experience / Exposure with Telemecanique hardware and software would be advantageous.
• 5. Ability to operate, maintain and install E & I equipment’s. The ability to be able to read electrical circuit diagrams, P&ID process drawings, PLC ladder diagrams and setup VSD’s.
• 6. Ability to calibrate equipment and maintain calibration, preferred intermediate to advance computer skills.
• 7. Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• 8. Knowledge of written and spoken English.
• 9. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• 10. Have good and sound fault find techniques ensuring that downtime is kept to a minimum during breakdowns.
• 11. Is a team player with a positive ‘can do’ attitude.