Mechanical Engineer

Xircle Talent; Johor; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Xircle Talent is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician in Malaysia to safeguard manufacturing plant operations. The role emphasizes independent fault diagnosis, precise repair, and fabrication to support high-volume production.

Key duties include scheduled and emergency maintenance, equipment alignment and balancing, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate brings strong welding, fabrication, and mechanical troubleshooting abilities, with CMMS experience preferred and a focus on

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, or related discipline.
• At least two years of practical experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven welding, fabrication, cutting, grinding, and assembly skills.
• Experience with machinery alignment and balancing procedures.
• Background in maintaining heavy industrial machinery and equipment.
• Experience in cement, building materials, concrete, mining, or similar manufacturing sectors preferred.
• Welding proficiency desirable (Arc, MIG, TIG).
• Competence in metal fabrication and workshop practices.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair capabilities.
• Knowledge of alignment and balancing techniques.
• Experience maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with pumps, fans, blowers, compressors, conveyors.
• Bearing installation and lubrication management.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting is a plus.
• Familiarity with CMMS advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement scheduled, condition-based, and emergency maintenance to maximize equipment availability.
• Identify mechanical failures and perform repairs to minimize production delays.
• Oversee servicing, replacement, and upkeep of rotating assemblies (shafts, bearings, gearboxes, belts).
• Assist with setup, commissioning, modification, and optimization of machinery.
• Assess asset health and recommend improvements to reliability and performance.
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication per drawings and measurements.
• Create sketches and drawings to support repair workflows and maintain logs.
• Utilize precision measuring tools to verify tolerances and alignments.
• Analyze failures to identify root causes and preventive actions.
• Maintain clean, safe workshops and ensure LOTO compliance.
• Report issues to management and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Machinery alignment

Balancing

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading drawings

Lubrication management

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

Measuring tapes

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a Malaysian engineering specialist focused on the design and production of advanced precast concrete wall systems for diverse construction sectors.

Job Summary

This position requires a skilled mechanical technician to ensure the operational integrity of manufacturing plant and production equipment. The role centers on independent fault diagnosis, precise mechanical repair, and fabrication to support a high-volume production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a mix of scheduled, condition-based, and emergency maintenance strategies to maximize equipment availability.
• Identify mechanical failures and execute repairs to minimize production stoppages and operational delays.
• Oversee the servicing, replacement, and upkeep of rotating assemblies, including shafts, bearings, gearboxes, couplings, chains, sprockets, belts, and pulleys.
• Assist with the setup, commissioning, modification, and optimization of machinery and industrial equipment.
• Assess asset health and recommend technical enhancements to improve reliability and performance standards.
• Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks in compliance with workshop safety standards.
• Fabricate machine components, supports, brackets, guards, and structural parts using technical drawings, sketches, or on-site measurements.
• Execute precise shaft alignment procedures for motors, pumps, fans, gearboxes, and other rotating units.
• Conduct balancing operations and resolve vibration issues to mitigate wear and prevent equipment breakdowns.
• Interpret mechanical schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals to guide repair and fabrication activities.
• Produce simple sketches and drawings to support repair and fabrication workflows.
• Accurately utilize precision measuring tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and measuring tapes.
• Analyze equipment failures to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at boosting productivity, quality, safety, and equipment reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and report equipment issues to management.
• Comply with all safety regulations, including Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in workshops, maintenance zones, and production areas.
• Ensure proper maintenance and storage of tools and equipment.

Requirements

• Possess a Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, or a related discipline.
• Have at least two years of practical experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrate proven skills in welding, fabrication, cutting, grinding, and assembly work.
• Experience with machinery alignment and balancing procedures.
• Background in maintaining heavy industrial machinery and equipment.
• Experience in cement, building materials, concrete, mining, or similar manufacturing sectors is preferred.
• Proficiency in welding techniques, with a preference for Arc, MIG, and TIG methods.
• Competence in metal fabrication and workshop practices.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and machine repair capabilities.
• Knowledge of alignment and balancing techniques.
• Experience maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with the maintenance of pumps, fans, blowers, compressors, and conveyors.
• Skill in bearing installation and lubrication management.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is advantageous.