Senior Automation Engineer — VSD & PLC Integration

Jobstreet Malaysia; Port Klang; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced System Senior Technician/Engineer to lead installation, configuration, troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance of VSD and PLC based automation systems. You will support system integration, read electrical drawings, and ensure safe operation across industrial environments in Port Klang.

The role requires strong practical knowledge of VSDs, PLCs, electrical control systems, and industrial communication networks, with a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Instrumentation, Control Engineering or related discipline.
• Relevant working experience in industrial automation, electrical control systems, or system integration.
• Strong hands-on experience with VSD and PLC system integration is essential.
• Good knowledge of VSD configuration, troubleshooting, commissioning, and motor control applications.
• Experience in PLC troubleshooting, programming, modification, and I/O checking.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP or equivalent will be an advantage.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently and respond effectively to technical issues.
• Willing to perform site-based troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance activities when required.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Candidates with experience in industrial plants, ports, cranes, material handling systems, manufacturing, or heavy equipment automation will have an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of VSD, PLC, and industrial control systems.
• Carry out system integration between PLCs, VSDs, motors, sensors, control panels, and other field devices.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical, control, communication, and automation system faults.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automation and control equipment.
• Configure and troubleshoot VSD parameters, motor control functions, protection settings, and communication interfaces.
• Support PLC programming, modification, testing, fault diagnosis, and system optimisation.
• Conduct system testing and commissioning to ensure equipment operates according to technical and operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks and interfaces between automation devices.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics, wiring diagrams, I/O drawings, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support during system breakdowns and minimise equipment downtime.
• Prepare service reports, troubleshooting findings, maintenance records, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal engineering teams during installation, maintenance, and project execution.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with applicable safety procedures and engineering standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians where required.

Skills

VSD integration

PLC systems

Electrical engineering

Education

Electrical Engineering diploma/degree

Mechatronics

Automation

Tools

Modbus

Profinet

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced System Senior Technician/Engineer to lead installation, configuration, troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance of VSD and PLC based automation systems. You will support system integration, read electrical drawings, and ensure safe operation across industrial environments in Port Klang.

The role requires strong practical knowledge of VSDs, PLCs, electrical control systems, and industrial communication networks, with a proactive approach to