IT Engineer

Techman Electronics; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced MES specialist to lead end-to-end MES deployments, optimize PMS, IPQC, LMS, and WMS modules, and coordinate shop-floor system integrations. You will work with SCADA, HMI, and PLC teams to ensure robust data capture, reporting, and traceability across manufacturing operations.

The role requires 3+ years in MES or industrial automation, a solid MES architecture understanding, and hands-on experience with ERP-MES integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems, or industrial automation environments.
• Proven experience leading full MES implementation projects and successful go-live deployments.
• Experience in electronics, semiconductor, automotive, or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience managing cross-functional technical teams and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of MES architecture and manufacturing operations.
• Hands-on experience with MES modules including PMS, IPQC, Traceability, Kanban, Reporting/B2B, PC, LMS, and WMS.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing automation systems: SFC, SCADA, HMI, PLC.
• Proficient in SQL databases (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of ERP-MES integration and manufacturing data exchange standards.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and Smart Factory initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end MES implementation projects, including requirement gathering, system design, testing, deployment, user training, and go-live support.
• Optimize core MES modules, including PMS, IPQC, Reporting/B2B, PC, LMS, and WMS.
• Coordinate integration between MES and shop-floor automation systems.
• Collaborate with equipment, automation, and engineering teams to establish communication interfaces between MES and SCADA, HMI, PLCs.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Drive MES system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and training to users and support teams.
• Monitor MES performance and system availability; support incident resolution and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Coordination

Process Improvement

Change Management

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related

Tools

SQL databases (MS SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

End-to-end MES implementation projects, including requirement gathering, system design, testing, deployment, user training, and go-live support.

Optimize core MES modules, including:

Production Management System (PMS)

In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)

Reporting/B2B Integration

Process Control (PC)

Logistics Management System (LMS)

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Ensure MES solutions align with business objectives, manufacturing processes, and quality requirements.

Drive MES system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives.

Manufacturing Systems Integration

Coordinate integration between MES and shop-floor automation systems.

Collaborate with equipment, automation, and engineering teams to establish communication interfaces between MES and:

SCADA Systems

Human Machine Interface (HMI)

PLC Controllers

Support machine connectivity, real-time production monitoring, and data collection initiatives.

Data Management & Analytics

Develop and maintain manufacturing reports, dashboards, and KPIs.

Analyze production, quality, and equipment data to identify process improvement opportunities.

Troubleshoot system issues through database analysis and root-cause investigation.

Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and traceability across manufacturing systems.

Project

MES project planning, execution, and resource coordination.

Provide technical guidance and training to users and support teams.

Monitor MES performance and system availability.

Support incident resolution and preventive maintenance activities.

Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and recommend improvements.

Support digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

3+ years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems, or industrial automation environments.

Proven experience leading full MES implementation projects and successful go-live deployments.

Experience in electronics, semiconductor, automotive, or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.

Experience managing cross-functional technical teams and stakeholders.

Strong knowledge of MES architecture and manufacturing operations.

Hands-on experience with MES modules including PMS, IPQC, Traceability, Kanban, Reporting/B2B, PC, LMS, and WMS.

Solid understanding of manufacturing automation systems:

SFC

SCADA

HMI

PLC

Proficient in SQL databases (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).

Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis capabilities.

Knowledge of ERP-MES integration and manufacturing data exchange standards.

Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and Smart Factory initiatives is preferred.

Key Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking

Communication and Coordination

Process Improvement

Change Management

Technical Documentation

Preferred Certifications

Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.

Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing certifications.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

MES system availability and uptime.

Successful project implementation and go-live completion.

Reduction in production downtime caused by system issues.

Improvement in production traceability and data accuracy.

User adoption and satisfaction levels.

Manufacturing process efficiency improvements.

Compliance with quality and operational standards.