Equipment Engineer

Thales; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 44,640 - 72,540; Full time

Job summary

Thales in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is seeking qualified technicians for machine inspection, preventive maintenance, and installation tasks across production equipment. You will diagnose faults, perform RCFA, and support TPM and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires a diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering, plus 2–3 years’ hands-on experience with production machinery.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience with light industrial production machinery in manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment to identify faults, reduce downtime, and improve MTBF/MTTR.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance; root-cause failure analysis to resolve issues.
• Install, configure, and commission machines; support new product introduction and development.
• Log service updates, diagnostics, and parts used; manage spare parts inventory.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environment policies; maintain quality standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

OEE

TPM

Six Sigma

5S

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Job description

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity, and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust. Thales established its presence in Malaysia in 1981 and is currently a strategic partner to key customers involved in the primary businesses of defence and security, aerospace, and cybersecurity and digital identity. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Thales has played an instrumental part in supporting Malaysia’s defence ecosystem in addition to delivering advanced solutions over the last 40 years. Committed to local collaborations, Thales works closely with Malaysian businesses and government sectors to provide cutting‑edge systems and solutions that ensure safety, security, and readiness for the future.

Responsibilities

Machine Inspection & Diagnostics

• Inspecting equipment to identify faults, reduce equipment downtime, increase Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and reduce Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
• Perform preventive/corrective maintenance and execute root‑cause failure analysis (RCFA) to resolve equipment breakdowns and reduce downtime

Machine Maintenance & Repair (Included facilities maintenance)

• Perform routine machine preventive maintenance and fix or replace faulty parts, support equipment breakdown, preventive maintenance and machine troubleshooting
• Perform facilities preventive maintenance on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC equipment, resolve daily maintenance service requests and perform routine repairs
• Negotiate and manage contracts with external service providers

Machine Installation & Commissioning

• Responsible for machine installation, configuration and commissioning, perform full machine operation and auto‑control by following specifications and samples provided
• Participate and support continuous projects and programs within the team
• Support new product introduction and development
• Follow strictly on department SOP to achieve high standard product quality

Documentation and Spare parts management

• Log service updates, diagnostic results, and parts used
• Spare parts and consumables inventory management
• TPM and machine downtime documentation

Compliance

• Proper housekeeping and observe safety regulations
• You shall always during the employment with the company, respect and comply with Thales security requirements during the performance of his/her duties
• You have the responsibility to understand and apply all rules concerning Health, Security and Environment (HSE) that are applicable to the position including use of products, handling and posture, operation instructions and personal protection equipment
• Other duties as necessary to maintain SLA and other specified department/plant objectives

Requirements

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering

Experience

• 2 to 3 years of hands‑on experience in light industrial production machinery in manufacturing environments

Key Skills

• Strong troubleshooting capabilities
• Soft skills: Strong analytical problem‑solving, effective verbal and written communication, and ability to work in team‑oriented environments
• Industry certifications: working knowledge of OEE, TPM (Total Productivity Maintenance), Six Sigma and 5S methodologies

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.