Senior Maintenance Engineer (Plating)

Molex; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Penang is seeking a Senior Engineer, Maintenance (Plating) to ensure optimal operation of plating equipment. This role involves preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and managing spare parts inventory. Candidates should have over 5 years of plating operations experience, advanced skills in PLC programming, and solid knowledge of mechanical design. This position supports installation and commissioning of new systems, contributing to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience working with plating operations and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide technical coaching and guidance to team members.
• Solid knowledge of pumps, PLC programming, and mechanical design related to plating processes.
• Advanced skills in PLC programming and troubleshooting to efficiently resolve control system issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance schedules for plating equipment to prevent unexpected breakdowns.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to continuously monitor equipment conditions.
• Quickly diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and PLC problems in plating lines.
• Ensure regular calibration and testing of plating equipment to maintain compliance.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new plating lines, ensuring proper startup and integration.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, breakdown incidents, and spare parts usage.
• Manage critical spare parts inventory for plating machines.
• Review and update FMEA, procedures, and SOPs.

Skills

PLC programming

Mechanical design

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Technical coaching

Job description

As a Senior Engineer, Maintenance (Plating), your primary responsibility is to ensure the optimal operation and reliability of plating equipment through preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance. You will develop and execute maintenance schedules, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC issues, calibrate equipment to specifications, and support installation and commissioning of new plating lines. Your role also involves managing spare parts inventory and maintaining detailed documentation to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize production efficiency.

Our Team

You will be part of a dedicated maintenance and technical support team focused on plating operations. This team collaborates closely with production and engineering divisions to maintain high equipment availability and operational excellence in plating processes.

What You Will Do

• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance schedules for plating equipment, including rectifiers, pumps, tanks, and filtration systems, to prevent unexpected breakdowns.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to continuously monitor equipment conditions, proactively addressing issues to reduce unplanned downtime.
• Quickly diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and PLC problems in plating lines to minimize production stoppages and restore operations.
• Ensure regular calibration and testing of plating equipment such as voltage/current controls and temperature systems, maintaining compliance with specifications.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new plating lines or auxiliary equipment, ensuring proper startup and integration.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, breakdown incidents, and spare parts usage to support operational transparency and continuous improvement.
• Manage critical spare parts inventory for plating machines, ensuring availability while optimizing stock levels.
• Responsible for reviewing and updating the FMEA, procedures, and SOPs.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• More than 5 years of experience working with plating operations and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide technical coaching and guidance to team members.
• Solid knowledge of pumps, PLC programming, and mechanical design related to plating processes.
• Advanced skills in PLC programming and troubleshooting to efficiently resolve control system issues.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Additional certifications or formal training in PLC programming or industrial maintenance.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and electrical troubleshooting in plating or similar industrial environments.
• Strong leadership skills and prior experience leading maintenance teams or projects.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and spare parts procurement processes.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products, and leading‑edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.