Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer - PLC/HMI & Automation

Sysmac Integration Technologies Sdn. Bhd.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SysMac is seeking a Senior Electrical & Control Design Engineer in Malaysia to lead electrical schematics, BOM, and PLC/HMI/servo motion programming for automation projects. You will coordinate with mechanical, software, and project teams, ensuring wiring execution aligns with international standards and safety requirements.

Travel overseas may be required. The role demands a strong background in electrical circuit design, AutoCAD, SolidWorks CAD, and hands-on troubleshooting across panels and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Robotic s/Automation) or equivalent
• Min 8 years relevant experience in Automation project
• Experience in HMI development, servo motion control, machine automation, robotics, and vision system integration
• Proficient in PLC platforms such as Omron, Panasonic, Siemens, Beckhoff, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols including EtherCAT, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, and CC-Link IE
• Good understanding of CE, UL, IEC, SEMI, and machine safety standards
• Ability to design electrical circuits and perform electrical calculations
• Knowledge of AutoCAD software
• Knowledge of SolidWorks CAD will be an added advantage
• Experience in electrical wiring troubleshooting skills on panel or machine
• Willing to travel overseas for assignments at short notice
• Good interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical schematics, proposal writeups, calculations etc, according to customer specifications and requirements, and compiling estimated system costs at RFQ stage.
• Execute design according to customer requirements and complete project tasks within given schedule and budget.
• Execute of circuit design according to international electrical standards.
• Prepare circuit diagrams for wiring execution.
• Prepare Bill of Material (BOM), I/O List, Electrical inspection report.
• Lead PLC, HMI, servo motion, and industrial network programming based on project requirements.
• Support RFQ activities, technical proposals, feasibility studies, and solution development.
• Initiate Purchase Request (PR) on order of electrical components to be used for the project.
• Liaise with the Customer, Mechanical Design, Software Engineer and Project Engineer for the electrical design and wiring execution of the project.
• Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify electrical wiring and safety completeness.
• Work with other members of the controls department to continuously improve method of integrated control technology.
• Provide onsite support and troubleshoot electrical, controls, and automation-related issues.
• Prepare of Machine Operation Manual for the project.
• Execute Engineering Change Notice (ECN) for change of electrical design.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
• Supporting Engineers in Operational tasks.

Job description

SysMac is seeking a Senior Electrical & Control Design Engineer in Malaysia to lead electrical schematics, BOM, and PLC/HMI/servo motion programming for automation projects. You will coordinate with mechanical, software, and project teams, ensuring wiring execution aligns with international standards and safety requirements.

Travel overseas may be required. The role demands a strong background in electrical circuit design, AutoCAD, SolidWorks CAD, and hands-on troubleshooting across panels and