Electrical Engineer

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus payout

Medical & insurance benefits

Monthly company products

Education support for staff and kids

Staff purchases

Long service awards

Learning & Development

Job summary

Lam Soon Edible Oils Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead maintenance activity planning for optimum machine uptime and reliability. You will supervise technicians, troubleshoot electrical systems, and implement preventive maintenance programs.

The role requires PLC and SCADA experience, knowledge of GMP/HACCP standards, and the ability to coordinate across production, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant certifications.
• Training in PLC and SCADA systems (Siemens/AB/Panasonic/Beckhoff).
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and electrical safety practices in food plants.
• Able to work independently, under pressure, and respond swiftly to plant emergencies.
• Electrical Chargeman AO/BO certificate is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team for electrical systems and machine uptime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration schedules.
• Troubleshoot PLC/SCADA and electrical faults; implement CAPAs.
• Maintain electrical drawings, single line diagrams, and histories.
• Coordinate with production, mechanical and utility teams.

Skills

PLC & SCADA

Electrical safety

Maintenance leadership

Problem solving

Instrumentation & wiring

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Certification in PLC/SCADA

Electrical Chargeman AO/BO (adv.)

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Omron

SCADA systems

Job description

Role Purpose: To plan and lead a team to perform maintenance activities for optimum efficiency and cost

Key Responsibilities: -

1.Quality Management:

Maintain and update FSSC 22000, HACCP & other system for the department.

Liaison with various parties concerned to support the necessary preparations, audits and regulatory compliance's.

2. Machinery, Equipment Maintenance and Calibration:

Lead, motivate, plan and coordinate the electricians to carry out the maintenance activities for optimum machine uptime.

Lead and motivate the team for trouble shooting, repair & upkeep of the machinery and overall factory equipment.

Perform hands-on troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, control panels, motors, drives, and power distribution equipment.

Diagnose and rectify wiring faults, sensor failures, and instrument malfunctions in production equipment.

Carry out root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to minimize recurrence.

Troubleshoot, modify, and fine-tune PLC programs (Siemens / Allen-Bradley / Panasonic / Omron) to ensure smooth plant operation.

Attend to programming issues and provide timely support to production teams.

Maintain and update SCADA systems, ensuring accurate real-time data display, alarms, and control functionality.

Liaise with automation vendors for program back-up, software updates, and system upgrades

Conduct condition-based inspections and monitoring of electrical devices such as MCCs, transformers, switch-gears, drives, and control panels.

Support the planning and execution of preventive maintenance and calibration schedules to ensure high reliability and minimum downtime.

Keep proper records of maintenance activities, inspection results, and electrical performance trends. Maintain proper documentation for electrical system drawings, single line diagrams, and equipment histories

Support installation, commissioning, and upgrading of new electrical and control systems in the plant.

Participate in energy-saving initiatives and automation improvement projects to enhance process efficiency and equipment reliability.

Provide technical input for equipment modification or replacement proposals

Provide standby coverage and attend breakdowns promptly, including after-office hours, weekends, or night shifts if required.

Ensure quick response to critical plant issues to minimize production disruption.

Coordinate closely with production, mechanical, and production teams to resolve multidisciplinary issues.

Collaborate with all the departments in identifying opportunities to continuously improve production methods/ techniques and cost savings project.

Work collaboratively with maintenance, production, and utility teams to maintain plant reliability.

Report maintenance findings, improvement recommendations and incident summaries to the Maintenance Manager.

3. Operations Management:

Lead and motivate the team for optimum performance with technical support.

Provide technical guidance and training to junior technicians and electricians

Coordination and mobilizing of resources for smooth execution of missions.

4. Safeguarding occupational health and safety:

Ensure all electrical work complies with Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) regulations, electrical safety standards, and company safety procedures.

5. Food Safety Reporting:

Report food safety concerns or issues in the workplace to superiors.

6. Ad hoc Assignment:

To perform other duties as assigned by Management from time to time.

Qualifications and Experiences:

Qualifications:

Degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Professional Certification in related field

Training / Certification in PLC and SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens, GE Fanuc, Panasonic, Beckhoff, Allen Bradley, etc).

Knowledge of industrial electrical standards and safety regulations, including GMP, HACCP, and electrical safety practices in food plants.

Able to work independently, under pressure, and respond swiftly to plant emergencies.

Possession of Electrical Chargeman AO / BO certificate is an added advantage.

Skills:

Strong knowledge in PLC (Siemens / Allen-Bradley / Omron) and SCADA systems.

Familiar with power distribution, motor control, VSDs, instrumentation, and panel wiring.

Technical knowledge in machinery, equipment maintenance.

Calm and resilient with logical thinking

Proactive and predictive to deal with technical issues and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate inter-departmental activities effectively.

Analytical and problem-solving abilities to address potential issues proactively.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Computer Literacy:

Microsoft Office - Excel, word, Power point.

Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years of working experience in industrial plant maintenance, preferably in food processing / margarine / palm oil industry.

Demonstrated expertise in overseeing project/ improvement management.

Previous experience in leading and managing a team of maintenance crews.

Knowledgeable in:

ISO 22000 Food Safety System Certification Systems

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Lam Soon is a household name in South East Asia, known for its quality products and strong brand management skills. With strong brands and extensive sales & distribution network, it is recognized as a major Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) player. From its beginnings, it has grown steadily over the years and today, it has operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Lam Soon Group business activities comprise of plantation/milling, refining of cooking oil to the manufacturing of margarine, specialty fats, soap and detergent and olechemicals. Our products are manufactured to the highest international standards including ISO 9002, ISO 14001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) awarded to its factories in Malaysia and Thailand. Besides our own brands, Lam Soon also provides contract manufacturing services, especially for soap.

Through its many FMCG brands, Lam Soon has cultivated a brand identity that focuses on such characteristics as integrity, trustworthiness, friendliness and approachability. We are continuously rejuvenating our brand portfolio and introducing new line extensions of the highest quality and attractive packaging design in response to evolving consumer trends.

As part of our commitment to progress and business growth, we would like to invite mature, highly motivated, committed and results-oriented professionals to join us.

Lam Soon is a household name in South East Asia, known for its quality products and strong brand management skills. With strong brands and extensive sales & distribution network, it is recognized as a major Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) player. From its beginnings, it has grown steadily over the years and today, it has operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.

Lam Soon Group business activities comprise of plantation/milling, refining of cooking oil to the manufacturing of margarine, specialty fats, soap and detergent and olechemicals. Our products are manufactured to the highest international standards including ISO 9002, ISO 14001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) awarded to its factories in Malaysia and Thailand. Besides our own brands, Lam Soon also provides contract manufacturing services, especially for soap.

Through its many FMCG brands, Lam Soon has cultivated a brand identity that focuses on such characteristics as integrity, trustworthiness, friendliness and approachability. We are continuously rejuvenating our brand portfolio and introducing new line extensions of the highest quality and attractive packaging design in response to evolving consumer trends.

As part of our commitment to progress and business growth, we would like to invite mature, highly motivated, committed and results-oriented professionals to join us.

Perks and benefits Generous bonus payout Comprehensive medical & insurance benefits Monthly free company products Bursary/Education support for staff and children Staff purchase Long service awards Learning & Development And more to come….

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