Production Engineer

DF AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS SDN. BHD.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Career Progression

Competitive Compensation Package

5 Day Work Week

Job summary

DF Automation & Robotics Sdn Bhd is hiring for a production engineering/managerial role in Johor Bahru. You will develop work instructions, plan production schedules for robotics systems, and coordinate with R&D and engineering teams to meet project timelines.

The role emphasizes 5S, EHS, and quality compliance, with opportunities for NPI support and process improvements. The ideal candidate holds a diploma or degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic/Electromechanical engineering and has 2–3

Qualifications

• Requires Diploma or Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic/Electromechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in manufacturing or production environment, preferably automation/robotics.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and control panel integration.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and engineering documentation.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear Work Instruction documents with R&D and engineering teams.
• Plan, develop, and control production schedules for robotics systems and automation equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Project teams to align production with timelines.
• Monitor and optimize production workflows across assembly, wiring, testing, and FAT readiness.
• Analyze production metrics and drive continuous improvement (CAPA, RCA).
• Ensure compliance with 5S, EHS, and quality standards in production activities.
• Support NPI, prototype builds, and ECN implementation.
• Improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PLC Systems

Job description

• Excellent Career Progression
• Competitive Compensation Package
• 5 Day Work Week

Job Responsibilities

Develop clear Work Instruction (WI) Documents in collaboration with R&D and engineering team.

Plan, develop, and control production schedules based on Manufacturing Orders (MO) for robotics systems, AGV/AMR units, control panels, and automation equipment.

Coordinate closely with Engineering and Project teams to ensure accurate production planning aligned with project timelines and customer delivery commitments.

Monitor and optimize production workflow, including mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, panel integration, system testing, and FAT readiness.

Analyze production performance metrics (output, rework, downtime, material variance, and labor utilization) and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for production-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Ensure compliance with 5S, EHS (Environment, Health & Safety), and quality standards in all production activities.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI), prototype builds, and engineering change implementation (ECN).

Improve manufacturing processes for robotics and automation systems to enhance efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Work closely with Supply Chain to ensure material readiness and minimize production delays.

Establish and maintain SOPs, work instructions, production documentation, and process flow charts.

Support automation improvements within production, including jigs, fixtures, and workflow optimization.

Provide technical supervision and guidance to technicians and production staff during assembly and testing phases.

Participate in cross-functional meetings with Engineering, QA, R&D, and Customer Service to resolve technical and quality matters.

Job & Skill Requirements

Possess at least a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic / Electromechanical Engineering or related field.

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in manufacturing or production environment, preferably in automation, robotics, machinery, or system integration industry.

Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, and control panel integration.

Familiar with robotics systems, AGV/AMR platforms, sensors, PLC systems, and industrial automation components.

Able to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and engineering documentation.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel for production tracking and reporting).

Knowledge of production planning, lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Detail-oriented, disciplined, and capable of managing multiple production tasks under tight deadlines.

Committed to maintaining high safety and quality standards in all production activities.

Job Type: Full-time

International Exposure

Opportunities for promotion

Location:

Ability to commute/relocate:

Johor Bahru: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

DF Automation and Robotics Sdn Bhd (DF) is a local automation company that designs, manufactures, markets, and maintains Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) for various kinds of industrial and commercial use. An AGV is a “mobile robot” that uses sensors to guide its direction and can be programmed to transport cargo from one location to another automatically. DF’s AGV is unique as while it has the functions of other imported commercial AGV’s, is more cost effective to purchase and maintain.

The AGV brings various benefits to an industrial company such as reducing high labour reliance, increasing workload efficiency without increasing cost, increasing workplace safety by reducing accidents and improving savings in bottom line due workload scalability.

AGV can be used to transport many different types of material including pallets, rolls, racks, carts, trolleys and containers. Industry’s currently utilizing AGVs include (but are not limited to): Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Automotive, Warehousing, Food & Beverage and Hospital.

Read more at http://www.dfautomation.com/aboutus/#gcByWFoHmbR7qci4.99

DF Automation and Robotics Sdn Bhd (DF) is a local automation company that designs, manufactures, markets, and maintains Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) for various kinds of industrial and commercial use. An AGV is a “mobile robot” that uses sensors to guide its direction and can be programmed to transport cargo from one location to another automatically. DF’s AGV is unique as while it has the functions of other imported commercial AGV’s, is more cost effective to purchase and maintain.

The AGV brings various benefits to an industrial company such as reducing high labour reliance, increasing workload efficiency without increasing cost, increasing workplace safety by reducing accidents and improving savings in bottom line due workload scalability.

AGV can be used to transport many different types of material including pallets, rolls, racks, carts, trolleys and containers. Industry’s currently utilizing AGVs include (but are not limited to): Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Automotive, Warehousing, Food & Beverage and Hospital.

Read more at http://www.dfautomation.com/aboutus/#gcByWFoHmbR7qci4.99