IT Project Manager (REF07)

EPS Consultants Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in automation is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead smart factory initiatives within semiconductor manufacturing. You will manage end-to-end project execution, collaborate with various teams, and ensure that IT infrastructure aligns with manufacturing goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT project management, at least 5 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, and hold relevant project management certifications. This role offers an attractive compensation package and the chance to lead significant global projects.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Opportunity to work with a reputable company

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT project management, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for smart factory automation initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver automation solutions.
• Manage integration of MES, SFI, and Automation.
• Ensure alignment of IT infrastructure with manufacturing goals.

Skills

IT project management

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Semiconductor manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems

Tools

Siemens Camstar

Applied Materials FAB300

Data integration platforms

Job description

• Highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to lead and coordinate smart factory automation initiatives within semiconductor manufacturing operations.
• Strong background in IT project management, combined with hands-on experience in semiconductor manufacturing environments

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for smart factory automation initiatives, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, IT, and external vendors to deliver automation solutions.
• Manage integration of MES, SFI, EI, Scheduling, EI , Automation.
• Ensure alignment of IT infrastructure with manufacturing goals, including data acquisition, analytics, and predictive maintenance.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in automation processes and digital transformation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, cybersecurity protocols, and data governance policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 3 years in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly stressed, highly technical, and collaborative environment.

Preferred Skills

• Added advantage for proven experience with smart factory technologies such as MES, AMHS, applications in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with tools like Siemens Camstar, Applied Materials FAB300, or similar MES platforms.
• Experience with data integration platforms (e.g., OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in industrial environments.
• Agile/Scrum methodology experience is a plus, PMP cert is a plus.
• Attractive compensation package
• Opportunity to work with a reputable and well-established company
• Play a key role in leading a high-impact global project.