Electrical Engineer (Assistant Manager)

JTEKT Automotive (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing firm in Shah Alam is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Team Leader. You will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical issues, leading a team, and providing training to technicians. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in electrical maintenance and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary package, including EPF contributions and petrol allowances based on mileage.

Benefits

Employer EPF Contribution of 15%

Petrol Allowance Based on Mileage

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical maintenance for manufacturing equipment.
• PW4 license with the ability to provide endorsement is an advantage.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Attend to machine breakdowns and troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Lead technicians in repair and maintenance tasks.
• Provide training on repair procedures and electrical knowledge.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Proactivity

Technical

Work Ethic

Training

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Job description

Salary package & benefits provided by the company: -

💼 Employer EPF Contribution of 15%

⛽ Petrol Allowance Based on Mileage

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Troubleshooting: Responsible for attending to machine breakdowns, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring the safe and functional operation of components.
• Team Leadership: Leads technicians in machine repair, modification, and maintenance tasks.
• Training: Provides training to technicians on repair procedures, electrical knowledge and machine modifications.
• Machine Study: Conducts studies for machine modifications, implements permanent solutions for breakdowns, and handles parts procurement.
• Compliance: Follows all systems and maintenance regulations.
• Liason: Communicates with superiors regarding machine on change or unresolved technical problems.
• Documentation: Prepares breakdown report, updates maintenance records, and manages document control related to machine manual, drawings and revisions.
• Safe Wiring: Possesses extensive knowledge of safe wiring techniques.
• Process Improvement: Engages in time studies, line balancing, and process improvements to reduce manufacturing overhead.
• Process Documentation: Establishes process documentation and work instructions to support changes and improvements.
• ISO Compliance and Lean Activities: Ensures compliance with ISO requirements and participates in Lean/Kaizen activities.
• Collaboration: Works with other departments to improve product quality and contribute to cost containment projects.
• Guidance and Leadership: Provides guidance to maintenance members, demonstrating the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Additional Duties: Performs any other duties as directed by the immediate supervisor or assigned by management.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical maintenance for manufacturing equipment, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Licenses and Certifications: PW4 license with the ability to provide endorsement is an advantage.
• Education: Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Skills:
  • Communication: Able to communicate efficiently at all levels; good command of written and oral English.
  • Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive, supervise, and motivate a team as a Team Leader.
  • Problem‑Solving: Demonstrated ability to solve problems in both electrical tasks and interpersonal situations with team members.
  • Proactivity: Proactive, independent, and willingness-to-learn attitude.
  • Technical: Familiar with troubleshooting PLC systems, motor controls, and machine wiring. Good knowledge of electrical safety standards and Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations.
  • Work Ethic: Self‑motivated and hardworking, with a willingness to work longer hours when necessary.
  • Training: Participate in communication skills, supervisory skills, motivational training, and other relevant programs to continuously improve abilities and performance.

About the Company

JTEKT Automotive (Malaysia) is a Japanese‑based company manufacturing automotive steering gear with more than 50,000 employees globally. Our manufacturing plant is located in Subang Hi-Tech Industrial Park, Shah Alam. In line with our expansion plan, we are offering excellent career prospects for candidates that are self‑motivated and results orientated in a fast‑paced environment.