Industrial Engineer | Senai

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing firm is looking for an Industrial Engineer in Kulai, Malaysia. You will be responsible for designing and optimizing production processes, leading improvement projects, and collaborating with cross-departmental teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in IE principles, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD is essential, along with strong analytical skills. The company offers an innovative environment focused on automation and quality control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Able to guide and train assistant engineers when needed.
• Familiar with production processes of electronic products.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize production processes.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects.
• Plan and improve facility layouts.

Skills

Proficient in IE principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic understanding of DOE

Communications in English (CET-4)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

About the job Industrial Engineer | Senai

Company Background

Our client, established in 2016, is part of a global group with 6,000+ employees, including over 1,000 engineers and managers. Specializing in intelligent manufacturing, they provide end-to-end solutions from design to mass production with a focus on automation, customization, and information integration. Backed by strong R&D, strict quality control, and partnerships with top universities, they serve global clients in consumer electronics and smart components with innovative and flexible manufacturing solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, analyze, and optimize production processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Participate in the introduction of new products by evaluating pre-processing costs and developing flowcharts, standard working hours, and production layouts.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects using IE methodologies (e.g., time studies, line balancing, seven wastes analysis).
• Monitor and analyze labor costs, man-hour utilization, and productivity data for cost control and operational improvement.
• Plan and improve facility layouts, including production lines, warehouses, and office areas, in line with customer/product needs.
• Conduct outsourcing assessments, unit cost calculations, and track efficiency at external manufacturing sources.
• Collaborate with cross-departmental teams and participate in internal and external meetings to align on project goals and progress.
• Drive and promote staff participation in improvement initiatives and track outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including cost analysis reports, SOPs, and improvement records.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience (4 years for diploma holders)
• Familiar with production processes of electronic products
• Proficient in IE principles (IE seven tools, line balancing, man-hour management, seven wastes, JIT)
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
• Basic understanding of DOE (Design of Experiments) methods
• Experience with ERP/K3 systems for labor and efficiency tracking
• Strong analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Able to lead and drive process improvement projects
• High level of initiative, responsibility, and dedication
• CET-4 level English (basic reading and writing skills)
• Able to guide and train assistant engineers when needed