Senior Project Engineer

Copeland; Subang Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Malaysia is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple MSS projects, ensuring delivery meets customer specifications, timeline and budget.

You will coordinate procurement, risk management, cost control, change management and reporting to management and customers, while fostering a safety and quality culture across the project team.

The role requires 15+ years in process control with proven leadership; flexible or hybrid work arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in process control industry and project management, with at least 5 years in PM capacity.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Proven skills in using project tools (MS Project) and project management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple MSS projects to meet customer specifications and project timelines.
• Ensure project is executed and delivered as per customer expectations.
• Coordinate procurement of equipment, materials and services per contractual schedule and project specs.
• Identify, analyze and respond to risks likely to affect projects.
• Provide project status, performance, and forecasting reporting to management and customers.
• Coordinate fabrication yard activities and ensure safety and quality compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Commercial & Financial Acumen

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Electronics/ Chemical/ Mechanical/ Control/ Computer Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Customer Loyalty

Ensuring focus on understanding customer demands & pain points, and solving of customer problems to improve customer satisfaction and increase customer loyalty.

Ensure Project is executed and delivered as per customer expectations.

Coordinate the purchase of equipment, material and services in a timely and efficient manner based on the contractual schedule and project specifications.

Responsible for identifying, analyzing and responding to risks that are likely to affect the projects.

Responsible for project status, performance and forecasting reporting to the management/customer.

Coordinate the purchase of equipment, material and services in a timely and efficient manner based on the contractual schedule and project specifications.

Responsible for identifying, analyzing and responding to risks that are likely to affect the projects.

Responsible for project status, performance and forecasting reporting to the management/customer.

Safety and Quality

Some who put Safety & Quality at the forefront while executing & delivering to the project expectation

Someone whom inculcates a Safety & Quality mindset / culture within the project team members

Project Scope and Details

Ensures meticulous project scope planning & tracking to deliver the project successfully.

Ensure good project management standards and practices are always implemented, including material procurement, project implementation phase, up to the successful commissioning of the project at customer site.

• Familiar with the various approaches of risk assessment / identification & mitigation
• Has the discipline to continuously track, monitor & update the Risk Management documentation

Change Management

Identify and resolve changes across the entire project and negotiation of change order with customers/suppliers.

Systematic approach in management & tracking of project related changes

Project Costing & Cost Management

Financially acute project manager to manage the overall cost of the project

Accountable on forecasting & delivery of the project revenue

Close coordination with various stakeholders (internal & external) on cost control of a project

Ensure implementation of timely and accurate cost tracking mechanism on project costs.

• Support Sales team with cost estimation for major systems project pursuit.

Resource Management

Responsible to forecasting resource requirement on each project.

Responsible in coordinating & management of resources for the various tasks on the project

Build an effective project team

Ables to inspire a collaborative project environment amongst the diverse project team members

Fosters ownership within each team members through influence, positive reinforcement

Ensures timely and appropriate generation, collection, dissemination, storage, and ultimate disposition of project information.

Handle subcontractor schedules, quality-of-work and releasing of payment based on actual completion of subcontractor’s scope of work.

Internal Stakeholders (Ops, Supply Chain, Factories, Sales team etc etc)

Serve as an adaptable focal point of contact for customer, supplier, and internal stakeholders for assigned projects.

• Provide sales support on both engineering and commercial issues for systems projects.

Lead multiple MSS Projects to meet and/or exceed customer’s specifications, project timeline, financial goals, Safety and quality standards.

Fabrication Yards

To manage & coordinate activities & sub tasks with the Fabricator / Integrator on the overall project

To ensure Safety & Quality compliance by Vendor & Sub Vendor on activities at the Fabrication Yard pertaining the Emerson project

Testing, FAT, SAT

To plan / prepare & coordinate Internal & Customer acceptance testing.

To plan / prepare & coordinate with LifeCycle Services team on Site Acceptance Test

Ensure timeliness in managing testing schedule & closure of Punch List and obtaining of shipment release prior to packing & delivery

Certificates / documentation

Ensure timely completion and close-out of project, based on contractual requirement, including resolution of any open items.

Following through on completion / full approval of project documentation and compilation into final manufacturing databook.

Who You Are:

You see the big picture, constantly anticipating future scenarios, and build strategies to sustain competitive advantage. Your quick and prompt action/reaction is constantly evolving to adapt to unexpected situations. You observe situational and group dynamics and select best-fit approach. You make crucial high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty. You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond customer expectations.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Degree or any equivalent in Electrical, Electronics, Chemical, Mechanical, Control or Computer Engineering.

• Minimum 10 years of proven experience in process control industry and project management, with at least 5 years in PM capacity, handling multiple system projects.
• Proven leadership skills with strong communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and planning skills.
• Strong commercial and financial competence
• Proven skills in the use of project tools (such as MS Project) and techniques

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

PMP Certification will be a plus

• Excellent problem-solving skills and results oriented.
• Flow Measurement System for Hydrocarbons and/or Process Analaytical System experience are a plus

Knowledge of FPSO systems and experience is a plus. Understanding of Marine Certification requirements.

• Decisive, dedicated and ability to deliver effective, innovative solutions.

Candidates with 15+ years of relevant experience and demonstrated technical leadership results may be considered for a Senior Project Manager position.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we create a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We value collaboration, diversity of thought, and continuous learning because inclusive teams deliver stronger results. We invest in employee development through training, mentoring, and career growth opportunities so you can continue to expand your skills and impact.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits aligned with local markets, comprehensive medical and insurance coverage, and wellbeing programs. Eligible roles may support flexible or hybrid work arrangements to promote work‑life balance. Safety is fundamental to everything we do, and we are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and inclusive working environment across all locations.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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