IT Engineer

SmartHire by SEEK; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartHire by SEEK is seeking an IT Engineer to drive MES implementations and shop-floor automation. You will lead full MES projects, optimise modules, and coordinate cross‑functional teams to deliver value in a manufacturing setting.

Candidate should have a Bachelor’s in a related field and 3+ years in MES or industrial automation, with strong SQL and data-analysis skills. Role emphasizes Industry 4.0 initiatives in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or IT field.
• 3+ years in MES, manufacturing systems or industrial automation.
• Experience leading full MES implementation projects through go-live.
• Exposure to electronics, semiconductor, automotive or high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong cross-functional coordination and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead MES implementations: requirements, design, testing, deployment, training, go-live support.
• Optimise MES modules: PMS, IPQC, Traceability, Kanban, Reporting/B2B, LMS and WMS.
• Align MES solutions with business objectives, processes and quality needs.
• Integrate automation: MES connectivity with SFC, SCADA, HMI and PLC.
• Improve data visibility: develop reports, dashboards and KPIs.
• Analyse data to identify root causes and improvements.
• Coordinate MES projects: plan, resource management, and user support.
• Support system performance and preventive maintenance.
• Advance Industry 4.0 initiatives and smart manufacturing.

Skills

MES experience

SQL databases

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT / Industrial/Automation Engineering or related field

Tools

SFC

SCADA

HMI

PLC

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Our client is seeking an IT Engineer to join their team!
This role offers the opportunity to lead end-to-end MES implementations, integrate shop-floor automation, and drive data‑led manufacturing improvements while supporting Industry 4.0 initiatives.

What you'll be doing?

• Lead MES implementations: Manage requirements gathering, system design, testing, deployment, user training and go-live support.
• Optimise MES modules: Enhance PMS, IPQC, Traceability, Kanban, Reporting/B2B, PC, LMS and WMS capabilities.
• Align manufacturing solutions: Ensure MES solutions support business objectives, manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
• Integrate automation systems: Coordinate MES connectivity with SFC, SCADA, HMI and PLC environments.
• Improve data visibility: Develop manufacturing reports, dashboards and KPIs to support informed decision‑making.
• Investigate root causes: Analyse production, quality, equipment and database data to resolve issues and identify improvements.
• Coordinate projects: Plan MES projects, manage resources and provide technical guidance to users and support teams.
• Support system performance: Monitor availability, resolve incidents and support preventive maintenance activities.
• Advance smart manufacturing: Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Who are they looking for?

• Relevant education: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• MES experience: At least 3 years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems or industrial automation environments.
• Implementation leadership: Demonstrated experience leading full MES implementation projects through successful go‑live deployments.
• Manufacturing exposure: Experience in electronics, semiconductor, automotive or high‑volume manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Stakeholder coordination: Experience managing cross‑functional technical teams and stakeholders.
• MES expertise: Strong knowledge of MES architecture, manufacturing operations and the listed MES modules.
• Automation knowledge: Solid understanding of SFC, SCADA, HMI and PLC systems.
• Database capability: Proficiency in SQL databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Analytical problem‑solving: Strong data analysis, troubleshooting and root‑cause investigation capabilities.
• Systems integration: Knowledge of ERP‑MES integration and manufacturing data exchange standards.
• Smart manufacturing awareness: Familiarity with Industry 4.0, IIoT and Smart Factory initiatives is preferred.
• Professional strengths: Strong project management, communication, coordination, process improvement, change management and technical documentation skills.
• Relevant certifications: MES vendor, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0 or Smart Manufacturing certifications are preferred.

Ready to join this role?

All interested applicants are encouraged to apply and share how they can contribute to this opportunity.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment‑related purposes.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

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