Senior Engineer Team Lead (Facilities)

Seagate Technology; Kulai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global storage solutions provider in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to manage electrical systems and compliance. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Join us to help innovate and support our manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Cafeteria with healthier menu options

Sports and cultural activities

Community volunteer activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical maintenance or engineering.
• Familiar with Malaysian electrical codes, Energy Commission regulations.
• Working background with Factory Management System (FMS) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide electrical technicians, manage daily tasks.
• Manage plant’s electrical systems, including switchboards and generators.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and EHS standards.
• Act as contact for licensing, inspections with Suruhanjaya Tenaga and TNB.

Skills

High-voltage systems

Electrical protection systems

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Competent Person Certificate (Chargeman BO/33kV) or REM

Job description

Location: Senai, MY

Posting Date: Oct 16, 2025

Job ID: 13067

About our group:

Our Group in the Facilities Department - Electrical Section is to ensure reliable electrical supply to support continuous manufacturing operations. We manage electrical engineering activities within the manufacturing plant, ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of the plant's electrical systems. We also ensure oversight of incoming power infrastructure, electrical distribution systems, energy management, budgeting, compliance with regulatory authorities (e.g. Energy Commission of Malaysia and Tenaga Nasional Berhad - TNB).

About the role - you will:

• Supervise and guide chargemen and Facilities electrical technicians, assign daily tasks and oversee maintenance and emergency repairs. Conduct performance reviews, organizing training and skill development programs

Electrical System

• Manage the plant’s electrical systems, including incoming power supply systems, switchboards, transformers, standby generators, UPS systems, lighting system, power monitoring system (PME), distribution cabling, earthing and lightning protection system
• Manage planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and troubleshooting for all electrical assets
• Ensure compliance with Electrical safety regulations and internal EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) standards

Regulatory Compliance

• Act as the main contact for Suruhanjaya Tenaga and TNB, handle licensing, inspections, audits, power-related issues (outage / power quality), power supply agreements, billing, upgrades, and ensure operations meet Malaysian electrical regulations

Budget & Cost Control

• Plan and manage budgets for maintenance and power use, track expenses and find ways to reduce costs, energy optimization and recommend energy-saving technologies and initiatives

Projects & Design

• Lead or support new electrical system designs and upgrades, work with contractors and engineers during projects and keep all electrical drawings and documents updated

Energy Efficiency

• Promote energy-saving initiatives and improvements, monitor energy use and identify waste and support ISO 50001 implementation

About you:

• In-depth knowledge of high-voltage systems and electrical protection systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Registered Electrical Engineer with Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
• Competent Person Certificate (e.g., Chargeman BO/33kV) or REM (Registered Energy Manager) is an added advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent

Your experience includes:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical maintenance or engineering in a manufacturing environment, preferably in semiconductor or precision manufacturing
• Familiar with Malaysian electrical codes, Energy Commission regulations, and TNB requirements
• Working background with FMS (Factory Management System) (is an advantage)
• Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment

Location:

Located in Johor Bahru’s technology park, our office is one of the largest electronics component manufacturers in Johor. On site, we encourage employees to lead active and healthy lives. The facility provides a cafeteria offering healthier menu options. Employees have fun and build strong relationships by participating in many sports, recreation and cultural activities like badminton, soccer and chess tournaments. We’re also proud to give back to the greater Johor community through many STEM volunteer activities.

About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Seagate will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].