Senior Operational Excellence Engineer

Emerson Process Management Manufacturing (M) Sdn Bhd; Nilai; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation technology company located in Nilai is seeking a hands-on engineer to provide manufacturing support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering and at least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include driving cost reductions, supporting product localization, and sustaining Lean Manufacturing practices. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth including mentorship and leadership development.

Benefits

Medical insurance options

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience applying Industrial Engineering and Lean tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to assembly operations.
• Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement, and Lean initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and assembly issues.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills in English

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Root Cause Analysis

Lean tools

Job description

Overview

Emerson Process Management Manufacturing (M) Sdn Bhd. Emphasis on manufacturing engineering support for assembly operations, including machining, welding, quality, and manufacturing engineering to ensure smooth production flow.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to assembly operations, including machining, welding, quality, and manufacturing engineering functions to ensure smooth production flow.
• Support product localization initiatives by upgrading process capabilities and transferring technical knowledge to operations teams.
• Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement, and Lean initiatives through time studies, workflow analysis, Kaizen events, and waste elimination activities.
• Support company goals, policies, and operational excellence objectives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Planning, Project Management, and Quality teams to meet production and delivery targets.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and corporate documentation to define manufacturing requirements for new or revised part numbers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and assembly issues on the production floor.
• Develop and maintain work procedures, and coordinate training for operators and supervisors.
• Identify and eliminate non–value-added activities using Continuous Improvement (CI) and Industrial Engineering tools.
• Sustain Lean Manufacturing practices through continuous process optimization and standardization.
• Support deployment of Lean culture across the organization through coaching, training, and hands-on implementation.
• Support departmental and plant-level safety KPIs and promote a strong EHS culture.
• Participate in production and project teams to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

Who You Are

• A hands-on engineer who enjoys solving manufacturing problems and driving process improvements.
• Action-oriented, resilient, and able to manage ambiguity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing documents, and process requirements.
• Solid communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Experience applying Industrial Engineering and Lean tools to improve manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including Root Cause Analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly manufacturing, preferably control valves.
• Knowledge of test and automation systems.
• Hands-on experience with fixture and tooling design.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of control valve functions and assembly processes.
• Hands-on experience in valve assembly and calibration.
• Ability to apply Lean tools for process and workflow optimization.
• Fixture and tooling design capability.

Culture & Benefits

We prioritize a respectful, inclusive environment with opportunities for growth, mentorship, training, and leadership development. Competitive benefits plans, medical insurance options, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible time off including paid parental leave are available.

About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, helping customers in life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical, and factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity and reliability. We offer equitable opportunities and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.