Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer Job

The Arkema Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 170,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arkema Group in Pasir Gudang, Johor seeks a Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to lead high-voltage maintenance and reliability programs. The role requires BO11 certification and extensive hands-on experience with electrical systems, instrumentation, and DCS.

You will supervise maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex faults, and coordinate with contractors while ensuring HSE compliance and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• BO11 Competency Certificate from Suruhanjaya Tenaga.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and DCS.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot high‑voltage equipment.
• Excellent safety awareness and leadership in maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as Chargeman BO11 (11kV) in compliance with Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including switchboards, transformers, and protective devices.
• Support instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, including DCS and field instruments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and instrumentation faults to minimize downtime.
• Support plant shutdowns and turnaround activities related to electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain records of inspections, calibration reports, and licensing documentation.
• Review and update electrical single line diagrams for the plant.
• Maintain valid BO11 11kV competency certificate issued by Suruhanjaya Tenaga.
• Ensure all electrical systems are operated and maintained under supervision of a certified Chargeman as per Electricity Supply Act 1990 and Electricity Regulations 1994.
• Prepare documentation and support audits related to Energy Commission inspections and licensing renewals.
• Develop and deliver training modules for technicians and engineer.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching and walkthroughs during maintenance activities.
• Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance checklists.
• Provide technical input for maintenance planning and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Support coordination of contractors and internal teams during major maintenance works.
• Participate in HSE Committee and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Mentorship Pairing – Junior technicians shadow the Chargeman during key tasks.
• SOP Review Sessions – Update procedures and share best practices.
• Safety & Compliance Briefings – Insights on Suruhanjaya Tenaga audits and permit systems.
• Support for Capex Projects initiatives.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Instrumentation

DCS

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

BO11 Competency Certificate

Job description

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Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer Job

Location: Pasir Gudang, Johor, MY

Employment Type: Temporary/Fixed-Term

Category: Maintenance

Posting Date: Sep 18, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform duties as Chargeman BO11 (11kV) in compliance with Suruhanjaya Tenaga regulations.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including switchboards, transformers, and protective devices.
• Support instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting, including DCS and field instruments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and instrumentation faults to minimize downtime.
• Support plant shutdowns and turnaround activities related to electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain records of inspections, calibration reports, and licensing documentation.
• Review and update electrical single line diagrams for the plant
• Maintain valid BO11 11kV competency certificate issued by Suruhanjaya Tenaga.
• Ensure all electrical systems are operated and maintained under supervision of a certified Chargeman as per Electricity Supply Act 1990 and Electricity Regulations 1994.
• Prepare documentation and support audits related to Energy Commission inspections and licensing renewals.
• Develop and deliver training modules for technicians and engineer.
• Conduct on-the-job coaching and walkthroughs during maintenance activities.
• Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance checklists.
• Provide technical input for maintenance planning and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Support coordination of contractors and internal teams during major maintenance works.
• Participate in HSE Committee and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Mentorship Pairing – Junior technicians shadow the Chargeman during key tasks
• SOP Review Sessions – Update procedures and share best practices
• Safety & Compliance Briefings – Insights on Suruhanjaya Tenaga audits and permit systems
• Support for Capex Projects initiatives

Required Profile

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• BO11 Competency Certificate from Suruhanjaya Tenaga.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical maintenance within similar industries.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and DCS.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain high-voltage equipment.
• Excellent safety awareness and leadership in maintenance operations.

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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