Junior Electrical, Instrument & Telecom Engineer

DUTA MARINE SDN. BHD.; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine engineering company in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Junior Electrical, Instrument & Telecom Engineer. You will assist in preparing design drawings, work on vessel support, and ensure compliance with marine standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience, with strong problem-solving skills and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience in marine/offshore/Electrical & Instrumentation systems preferred.
• Knowledge of shipboard electrical and control systems.
• Good computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing EIT design drawings and technical documentation.
• Work closely with vessel Chief Engineers for fleet support.
• Maintain EIT maintenance records and ensure compliance with marine standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical / Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Junior Electrical, Instrument & Telecom Engineer

• Assist in preparing EIT design drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with vessel Chief Engineers, Marine Superintendents, and Technical Superintendents or Senior Engineers for fleet support, such as EIT repair specifications, procurement, material listings and cost estimations.
• Review EIT related equipment documentations and assist in technical evaluation of vendor quotations.
• Prepare technical reports and assist in budgetary estimates for maintenance or repair works.
• Maintain up-to-date records of vessel electrical systems and modification history.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and coordination between shipyards, suppliers, and internal departments. Provide technical assistance during emergency response and troubleshooting.
• Attend projects, vessel dry dockings or repair sites to assist with inspection and supervision of EIT works.
• Ensure that EIT installation, testing, and commissioning meet classification society, flag state, and company requirements.
• Participate in periodic surveys, audits, and drydock repair planning related to EIT equipment.
• Support in troubleshooting EIT systems onboard vessels and perform corrective maintenance.
• Coordinate with shipyard engineers and contractors to resolve technical issues during project execution.
• Prepare technical reports and feedback following site visits, inspections, and testing activities.
• Coordinate with third-party contractors and service vendors for inspection, repair, or calibration activities for EIT systems

Documentation & Compliance Support

• Assist in ensuring EIT designs and repairs comply with marine standards (e.g. SOLAS, MARPOL and IACS).
• Maintain and update EIT maintenance records either by manual or Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Support risk assessments and method statements for EIT work.
• Help maintain Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) standards by participating in safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments for EIT activities

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical / Instrumentation Engineering, Marine Engineering (Electrical), or related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience (marine/offshore/Electrical & Instrumentation systems preferred).
• Knowledge on shipboard electrical and control systems (e.g., power distribution, lighting, automation, navigation, communication, instrumentations).
• Basic understanding of marine classification and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in electrical design and instrumentation software tools preferred.
• Good computer literacy (MS Office, AutoCAD, CMMS)
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel locally or internationally for vessel attendance or drydock assignments.

Preferred Skills (Optional)

• Experience with PLCs, automation systems, or shipboard instrumentation.
• Knowledge of marine standards such as BV, ABS, CCS or Lloyd’s Register.
• Previous internship or shipyard experience in vessel repair/conversion projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with good documentation discipline.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Safety-conscious and team-oriented attitude.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a full-fledged EIT Engineer role.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with periods of travel to shipyards, ports, or onboard vessels.
• May involve short-term or long-term assignments during drydock or project commissioning phases.