Engineer (Cleanroom & Mechanical Installation)

TFE (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Engineer specializing in Cleanroom & Mechanical Installation. The position involves managing all mechanical engineering aspects of projects, including design, budgeting, and team leadership. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction or semiconductor industries, with strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge. The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, and candidates must be willing to work in Penang.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' field experience in construction managing multidisciplinary projects.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, especially Cleanroom principles.
• Strong leadership, able to manage staff and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Mechanical engineering works from concept to completion.
• Lead team performance appraisal and manpower planning.
• Prepare scope of work and monitor project budgets for Mechanical works.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Hands-on Cleanroom experience

Mechanical installation skills

Project management

Strong leadership

Excellent communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Engineer (Cleanroom & Mechanical Installation)

The Engineer (Cleanroom & Mechanical Installation) must have hands‑on experience in Cleanroom systems and Mechanical Installation works, and shall be in charge of managing engineering works & team from project start to finish which encompasses system design, tender preparation, submission, clarification, system design, budgeting, project management, site coordination, client management and worker management with a strong leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing all Mechanical engineering works for the projects from concept stage, design development, contract documentation, authority submissions, site administration, and project management to project completion.
• Lead and manage the team including performance appraisal and manpower planning for the project.
• Prepare scope of work, sub‑contracts, and customer proposals including Preliminary Design and Tender preparation, submission and Tender Clarification follow up for Mechanical works.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets for Mechanical works including equipment selection, etc.
• Participate in engineering process to control cost and client budget requirements of project.
• Develop Mechanical works’ project schedule and monitor/update as project progresses and forecast engineering activities and procurement of materials required for project to ensure timely completion of project.
• Prepare and provide technical interpretation of design documents in support of installation such as checking of drawings, preparation of data sheets for client approval, project BOM, SOW for subcontractor.
• Design and detailed design including equipment selection, duct and pipe sizing, and work with drafting team on the development of construction and shop drawings.
• Review method statement for construction activities and Safe Work Procedure for operational plant & construction site.
• Provide specific expertise for problem solving of mechanical issues.
• Provide technical evaluation of subcontractor and equipment proposals.
• Monitor and inspect construction to ensure compliance with design documents.
• Perform Testing & Commissioning works.
• Coordinate and liaise with architects, consultants, main contractors, vendors, sub‑contractors, clients and authorities for design and with other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of project including monitoring workers’ and subcontractor’s work progress.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly progress claim.
• Perform other ad‑hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or other equivalent certificates, with Project execution & management knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years’ field experience in construction industry managing multidisciplinary projects in semiconductors or pharmaceutical industry with some experience in a subcontracting firm.
• Excellent understanding of commercial Mechanical & Electrical systems, especially Cleanroom classification, airflow principles, mechanical systems, and installation practices.
• Good working knowledge of construction contract/commercial terms and conditions.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills and experienced in managing staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (including technical writing and presentations) with ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with technical and senior management staff.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and a dedicated team player.
• Highly motivated individuals with the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Candidate must be willing to be based in Penang.
• Only Malaysians.