Protection Relay & Automation Engineer

MINDTECK SOFTWARE MALAYSIA SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindteck Software Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Protection Relay & Automation Engineer to support installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration of electrical protection, automation, SCADA, and control systems in Malaysia.

The role requires 3–5 years in protection relay testing, electrical commissioning, and SCADA, with hands‑on experience on protection relays and testing equipment. Travel to customer sites and extended hours during commissioning may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and commission protection relays and electrical protection systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Coordination

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Protection testing equipment

Relay platforms (Siemens/Schneider/ABB/SEL)

Job description

We are seeking a technically skilled Protection Relay & Automation Engineer to support the installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration of electrical protection, automation, SCADA, and control systems.

Job Overview

• We are seeking a technically skilled Protection Relay & Automation Engineer to support the installation, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration of electrical protection, automation, SCADA, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and commission protection relays and electrical protection systems.
• Perform primary/secondary injection, trip, alarm, interlock, and functional testing.
• Test and troubleshoot SCADA, RTU, PLC, and communication interfaces.
• Work with protocols such as IEC 61850, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-104, and DNP3.
• Troubleshoot electrical, protection, automation, wiring, and communication issues.
• Read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and protection drawings.
• Support commissioning of switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, and other critical power systems.
• Coordinate with customers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and subcontractors.
• Prepare test procedures, commissioning reports, test records, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure all site activities comply with electrical safety and project requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in protection relay testing, electrical commissioning, automation, SCADA, or power systems.
• Hands-on experience with protection relays and testing equipment.
• Experience with Siemens, Schneider, ABB, SEL, or similar relay platforms is advantageous.
• Knowledge of OMICRON or equivalent relay testing equipment preferred.
• Experience with MV/HV systems, switchgear, data centres, or critical power systems is an advantage.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.
• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Willing to work at customer sites, travel, and support extended hours during commissioning when required.

Preferred

• Experience with SIPROTEC, Reyrolle, MiCOM, Easergy, or SEL relays.
• IEC 61850 or SCADA/industrial communication training.
• Relevant electrical commissioning or safety certifications.