Project Engineer (Plastic Injection Molding)

Randstad Malaysia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Malaysia seeks a Project Manager to lead product and tooling development from concept through production. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, 3-5 years of experience in project management, and strong communication skills. Key responsibilities include overseeing project progress, documentation, and ensuring ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in project management, tooling, or plastic manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 13485 standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead product and tooling development projects from concept to production.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor project progress.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams.
• Prepare project-related documents such as BOM and progress reports.
• Support in quotation preparation and cost improvement initiatives.
• Ensure customer approvals and ISO documentation requirements are met.
• Drive continuous improvement across projects.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Basic project documentation tools

Job description

about the company

Our client is an established manufacturing company specializing in precision plastic components for various industries. With a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, the company is known for its advanced technical capabilities and close collaboration with customers to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions.

about the job

• Lead and coordinate new product and tooling development projects from initial concept through to first mass production.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor project progress, including mold trials and engineering change implementation.
• Serve as the main technical liaison between customers and internal teams, addressing design, tooling, and production matters.
• Prepare project-related documents such as BOM, New Part Information, and progress reports.
• Support in quotation preparation and cost improvement initiatives.
• Ensure customer approvals are obtained prior to mass production and all ISO documentation requirements are met.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives across assigned projects.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve technical issues related to new projects or tooling

about the requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in project management, tooling, or plastic manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 13485 standards is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic project documentation tools.