Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Engineer Data & IT

Renesas; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor provider in Bayan Lepas is seeking a fresh graduate to support Light-Off Automation initiatives and develop RPA workflows. The role involves working with data and IT systems to improve automation processes. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in IT or related fields, knowledge of data handling and programming. Candidates should be eager to learn and possess good problem-solving skills. This role offers a hybrid working model with flexible days in the office.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates welcome with a strong interest in data, IT, and automation.
• Basic programming or scripting knowledge required.
• Basic knowledge of APIs or web services is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support Light-Off Automation initiatives and basic monitoring.
• Assist in developing and maintaining RPA workflows.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve automation processes.

Skills

Basic understanding of data handling

Interest in manufacturing systems

Willingness to learn

Good problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Data, Software, or Engineering-related fields

Tools

RPA tools (e.g. Power Automate)

Basic programming knowledge (Python, C#, VBA, PowerShell)

Dashboards or reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau)

Job description

Job Description

• Support Light-Off Automation initiatives, including basic monitoring, alerts, and readiness checks.
• Assist in developing and maintaining RPA workflows to support daily operations.
• Work with factory and system data such as logs, alarms, and simple trend data.
• Support IT system integration, including data flow checks, access setup, and simple scripting tasks.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve and standardize automation processes.
• Prepare documentation and help build reusable automation templates for team use.
• Participate in troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities related to automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in IT, Computer Science, Data, Software, or Engineering-related fields.
• Basic understanding of data handling (Excel, simple SQL queries, logs, or tables).
• Exposure to RPA tools (e.g. Power Automate or similar) through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Basic programming or scripting knowledge such as Python, C#, VBA, or PowerShell.
• Interest in manufacturing systems (e.g. MES, alarms, logs) — prior experience is a plus but not required.
• Basic knowledge of APIs or web services is an advantage.
• Familiarity with dashboards or reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) is a plus.
• Willingness to learn, good problem-solving skills, and a strong interest in automation and digitalization.

Additional Information

You will support Renesas Smart Factory initiatives focused on Light-Off production and “Everyone RPA” adoption.

This role works with data, IT systems, and automation tools to reduce manual work, improve system readiness, and enable scalable automation across departments.

Suitable for fresh graduates with strong interest in data, IT, and automation.

Company Overview

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’ As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.

With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, ‘To Make Our Lives Easier.’

At Renesas, you can:

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.
• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure.
• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark? Join Renesas. Let’s Shape the Future together.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

We have adopted a hybrid model that gives employees the ability to work remotely two days a week while ensuring that we come together as a team in the office the rest of the time. The designated in-office days are Tuesday through Thursday for innovation, collaboration and continuous learning.