Lead Electrical Control Systems Engineer - On-Site Penang

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

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.