Lead Electrical control system engineer

MSP Hitect Sdn Bhd; George Town; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MSP Hitect Sdn Bhd in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Lead Electrical Control System Engineer to oversee the design, development and implementation of electrical control systems for industrial projects. This full-time, on-site role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors and clients.

You will lead control system design, prepare schematics and layouts, specify components, ensure standards compliance, guide system integration, conduct testing and support commissioning.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in electrical engineering and systems engineering, with experience in industrial or automation environments.
• Expertise in control systems design and process control, including PLC/SCADA systems and related instrumentation.
• Robust troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues efficiently.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering tools and software (e.g., CAD for electrical drawings, PLC programming environments).
• Strong project coordination abilities, including planning, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience leading engineering teams or projects and familiarity with applicable safety and industry standards (e.g., IEC, ISO) are beneficial.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site in Penang, Malaysia, within a multidisciplinary team environment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead control system design activities for industrial projects.
• Prepare electrical schematics and layout drawings.
• Select and specify components for control systems.
• Ensure compliance with standards and safety regulations.
• Guide system integration and conduct testing during commissioning.
• Troubleshoot issues during operation and commissioning.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate project timelines and support documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Systems engineering

Control systems design

Process control

PLC/SCADA

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

CAD for electrical drawings

PLC programming environments

Job description

Company Description

MSP Hitect is an engineering-focused organization specializing in advanced electrical and control system solutions for industrial and manufacturing environments. The company is committed to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe automation systems that help clients optimize production and reduce downtime. MSP Hitect fosters a collaborative culture where technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation are encouraged. Team members work closely with customers to design and implement tailored solutions that meet specific operational and regulatory requirements. The company values professionalism, integrity, and high-quality project execution across all engagements.

Role Description

The Lead Electrical Control System Engineer is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of electrical control systems for industrial projects at MSP Hitect. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Penang, Malaysia, requiring close collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendors, and clients. Day-to-day tasks include leading control system design activities, preparing electrical schematics and layout drawings, selecting and specifying components, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and safety regulations. The engineer will guide system integration, conduct testing, and troubleshoot issues during commissioning and operation, while providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians. The role also involves coordinating project timelines, supporting documentation, participating in design reviews, and contributing to continuous improvement of engineering processes and best practices.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in electrical engineering and systems engineering, with experience in industrial or automation environments.
• Candidates should possess expertise in control systems design and process control, including PLC/SCADA systems and related instrumentation.
• Candidates should possess robust troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues efficiently.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with relevant engineering tools and software (e.g., CAD for electrical drawings, PLC programming environments).
• Candidates should possess strong project coordination abilities, including planning, documentation, and stakeholder communication.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience leading engineering teams or projects and familiarity with applicable safety and industry standards (e.g., IEC, ISO) are beneficial.
• Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site in Penang, Malaysia, within a multidisciplinary team environment are essential.