Facility Engineer

VAT Vakuumventile AG; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global vacuum technology leader based in Penang is seeking a Facility Project Engineer. This role involves managing facility system upgrades, coordinating projects, and ensuring optimal operation of mechanical systems to support production needs. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and has at least 2 years of relevant experience. The company values diversity, offers training programs, and promotes equal pay for equal work.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Training programs

Fair compensation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with factory start-up or expansion projects preferred.
• Understanding of safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility system upgrades and ensure projects are on schedule.
• Develop SOPs and preventive maintenance checklists.
• Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical systems operation

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years.

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer, and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), with production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania, and Taiwan.

General Summary
The Facility Project Engineer is responsible for managing facility system upgrades, retrofits, and hook-up projects (OPEX/CAPEX), ensuring projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and with appropriate resources. He/she shall ensure the smooth operation of facilities in both plants (1A & 1B) with minimal unplanned downtime. Additionally, the role involves coordinating among stakeholders, supporting production and manufacturing needs, controlling operating expenses, and developing direct reports through hands-on training. The engineer is also responsible for internal and external audits and risk assessments.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead or support plant facilities upgrading, retrofitting, and hook-up projects. Define and establish Scope of Work (SOW) related to facilities systems or works.
• Enforce a 6S work culture among internal stakeholders and contractors to prevent safety, health, and environmental incidents.
• Ensure all facilities systems and equipment are in optimal condition to minimize production interruptions.
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, preventive maintenance checklists, and daily routines aligned with the master facility operation plan and compliance standards.
• Maintain proper documentation for new facility equipment, including drawings, test reports, and operation manuals.
• Coordinate facility team activities, guiding the team to meet organizational goals while maintaining high engagement.
• Maintain effective communication and engagement with key stakeholders.
• Proactively suggest improvements, tools, and techniques to enhance facility operations.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure all upgrading and retrofit projects comply with VAT safety standards, guidelines, and local regulations.

Job Specification

You must possess the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are additional and will be considered a plus in selecting top candidates.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Project Management, or related fields in facilities/building services systems and operations.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining building services or facility mechanical systems, including clean room operations, electrical systems, or utilities such as CDA/OFA, RODI, IETS, PCW.
• Experience with factory start-up (Greenfield) or expansion projects (Brownfield) is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels, including external agencies.
• Basic computer skills, especially Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with safety, health, and environmental regulations such as JKKP, DOE, and ST laws.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and personal development. We offer career growth opportunities, training programs, and ensure fair compensation. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate, acknowledging our commitment to equal pay for equal work.