Facilities Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. seeks a Facilities I&C Engineer to support instrumentation and control systems across a Penang electronics manufacturing facility and on-site Data Center. You will manage sensors, transmitters, and control loops, ensuring reliable HVAC, utilities, and environmental monitoring systems.

The role emphasizes calibration, maintenance, and integration of BMS/EMS/SCADA platforms, with a focus on 24/7 operations and continuous improvements. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in facilities I&C engineering in semiconductor/electronics/high-tech environments.
• Good knowledge of BMS, EMS, SCADA, and PLC/DCS systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation for HVAC, utilities, and cleanroom environments.
• Proficiency with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo).
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control logic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Manage operation, calibration, and maintenance of facility instrumentation including sensors and transmitters.
• Oversee and optimize BMS, EMS, and SCADA platforms for real-time monitoring and control.
• Ensure integration of instrumentation for HVAC, utilities, and cleanroom systems.
• Develop and implement SOPs and performance measures for reliability.
• Lead testing, commissioning, and simulations; perform RCA and CAPA.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for upgrades and projects.
• Maintain documentation including control diagrams and calibration records.

Skills

BMS

EMS

SCADA

PLC/DCS

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Job Title: Facilities I&C Engineer (Instrumentation & Control)

Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang

Industry: Electronic Manufacturing

JLL Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (201701026763), a Japanese based medical device manufacturing company located in Penang Science Park, Simpang Ampat. A subsidiary company of Japan Lifeline Co., Ltd, an independent trading company and manufacturer of medical devices specialized in the cardiovascular field, neurovascular and gastrointestinal fields.

Our mission is to provide cutting-edge technology that not only facilitates a minimally invasive treatment for patients but also addresses the everyday challenges faced in medical practice.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Facilities I&C Engineer to support the operation, maintenance, and optimization of instrumentation and control systems across our advanced electronic manufacturing facility and on-site Data Center in Penang. This role ensures the accuracy, reliability, and integration of sensors, monitoring devices, control loops, and automation systems that are critical to the performance of HVAC, mechanical utilities, electrical systems, and environmental monitoring infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the operation, calibration, and maintenance of facility instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, flow meters, pressure gauges, temperature controllers, and analyzers.

Oversee and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS), Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS), and SCADA platforms to ensure accurate real-time monitoring and control.

Ensure seamless integration of instrumentation for HVAC, CDA, PCW, PVAC, chilled water, electrical distribution, and cleanroom environmental systems.

Develop, validate and implement innovative solutions through the utilization of engineering principles.

Develop, evaluate and implement Standard Operating Procedures and performance measures to ensure simplification and accuracy of work methods and reliability of systems.

Conducts feasibility, cost, optimization, stress, fluids, and thermal analyses.

Plans, develops, conducts and administers Testing and Commissioning, and other experimental simulations.

Interface directly with clients to identify and analyse critical needs, define problems, and develop specifications to guide the solution process.

Support Data Center monitoring systems including temperature, humidity, power usage, and leak detection sensors.

Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance programs for I&C equipment to ensure high system reliability and minimal downtime.

Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for instrumentation and control-related issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Work closely with vendors, contractors, and internal engineering teams for system upgrades, retrofits, and commissioning activities.

Maintain accurate documentation including control logic diagrams, loop drawings, calibration records, and maintenance logs.

Ensure compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements, EHS guidelines, and relevant international standards.

Identify and implement system automation and optimization opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce energy usage, and enhance operational performance.

Support audits, inspections, and system reliability reviews for manufacturing and Data Center environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in facilities I&C engineering within semiconductor, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing environments - fresh graduates are encouraged to apply

Good knowledge or hands-on experience with BMS, EMS, SCADA, and PLC/DCS systems.

Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation for HVAC, utilities, and cleanroom environments.

Familiarity with calibration standards, control loop tuning, and process automation best practices.

Ability to interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control logic schematics.

Proficiency with CMMS platforms (e.g., Maximo) for maintenance tracking.

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Able to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment and support 24/7 operations when required.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in instrumentation calibration or automation systems (e.g., ISA, Siemens, Honeywell, Schneider).

Experience integrating Data Center monitoring systems and cleanroom environmental controls.

Exposure to ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and energy management systems.

Knowledge of IoT-enabled monitoring, predictive maintenance tools, and data analytics for facilities systems.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a team safeguarding the performance of critical facility systems through advanced instrumentation and controls, supporting both world‑class manufacturing and mission‑critical Data Center operations