Senior System Integrator

JAC Recruitment; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Systems Integrator to join its R&D team in Penang. You will act as the technical lead for integrating laboratory and medical device systems from concept to commercialization, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in instrument development, system integration, and a strong foundation in regulatory environments, with excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, software, CS or systems engineering.
• 6+ years in instrument development or system integration.
• Experience in medical devices, life sciences or regulated environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Clear communication of complex technical information.
• Experience with design reviews and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration activities across all phases of product development.
• Integrate modules and subsystems into instrument platforms while meeting regulatory requirements.
• Support the analysis, definition, and refinement of product requirements and specifications.
• Contribute to product architecture, system concepts, and technical solution development.
• Develop functional models, prototypes, and complete systems before pilot production.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and proof-of-concept evaluations.
• Design, execute, and document development, integration, and verification testing activities.
• Define test methodologies, acceptance criteria, and measurement approaches.
• Create and maintain engineering test documentation and technical reports.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause investigations involving hardware and software systems.
• Assess technical risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Support project teams in achieving milestones and objectives.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and measurement equipment used during development.
• Participate in design reviews, technical assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and coach engineers to promote knowledge sharing.

Skills

System integration

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Regulatory awareness

Laboratory equipment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering

Job description

A global leader in laboratory automation, life sciences instrumentation, and healthcare technology solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Integrator to join its growing R&D team in Penang. In this role, you will act as the technical lead for complex interdisciplinary development activities, supporting the integration, installation, verification, and optimization of advanced laboratory and medical device systems. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure successful product development from concept through commercialization. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in system integration and instrument development within a regulated engineering environment. You possess strong troubleshooting capabilities, a broad understanding of multidisciplinary engineering principles, and the ability to drive technical solutions across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration activities across all phases of product development.
• Integrate modules and subsystems into complete instrument platforms while considering technical, quality, regulatory, and commercial requirements.
• Support the analysis, definition, and refinement of product requirements and specifications.
• Contribute to product architecture, system concepts, and technical solution development.
• Develop functional models, prototypes, and complete systems before pilot production.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and proof-of-concept evaluations.
• Design, execute, and document development, integration, and verification testing activities.
• Define test methodologies, acceptance criteria, and measurement approaches.
• Create and maintain engineering test documentation and technical reports.
• Lead complex troubleshooting and root cause investigations involving hardware and software systems.
• Assess technical risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Support project teams in achieving development milestones and technical objectives.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and measurement equipment used during development and verification activities.
• Participate in design reviews, technical assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and coach engineers while promoting knowledge sharing across teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in instrument development, system integration, or multidisciplinary product development.
• Experience working within the medical device, life sciences, diagnostics, or highly regulated engineering industries.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software systems.
• Experience conducting system-level integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
• Good understanding of product development processes and project management methodologies.
• Ability to analyze and communicate complex technical information effectively.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory automation, diagnostics, or medical device development.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Systems Engineering or Project Management training/certification.
• Programming or scripting experience.
• Experience handling complex customer escalations and technical field issues.
• Familiarity with verification and validation activities within regulated environments.