Manufacturing Engineer - Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Western Digital Capital; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Capital in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for their Early Career program. This role involves designing control systems and automation solutions while troubleshooting PLC, HMI, and SCADA issues.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering and demonstrate strong analytical skills, experience in PLC programming, and a commitment to teamwork. The position offers exposure to advanced automation and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a relevant engineering discipline required.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems and automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, and instrumentation issues.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures.

Skills

Foundational knowledge in instrumentation principles

PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with SCADA systems

Understanding of statistical process control (SPC)

Education

Master's Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - Instrumentation and Control Engineering

• Full-time
• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Manufacturing Engineering

This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and maintain control systems and automation solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA, sensors, drives, and instrumentation issues.
• Optimize machine performance, reliability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for equipment failures.
• Support new equipment installation, commissioning, and validation activities.
• Develop and update electrical drawings, control logic documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to ensure operational excellences.

REQUIRED

Master's Degree in Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related engineering discipline.

PREFERRED

• Knowledge of industrial networks, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Mitsubishi, Omron).

SKILLS

• Strong foundational knowledge in instrumentation principles, control theory, and process automation.
• Familiarity with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen‑Bradley), SCADA systems, and DCS architecture.
• Understanding of sensor technologies (pressure, temperature, flow, displacement, vision systems).
• Exposure to data acquisition systems and signal conditioning.
• Knowledge of calibration standards and metrology practices is an added advantage.
• Basic proficiency in data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and Six Sigma methodologies is an advantage.

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