Shopfloor IT/OT Integration Engineer

VAT Group; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT Group in Malaysia seeks a specialist to bridge IT and OT, designing integrated solutions for shopfloor environments and ensuring robust data flow.

You will coordinate IT networks and OT systems, maintain compliant configurations, and document procedures while leveraging OPC UA, MTConnect, MQTT and SECS/GEM expertise.

Minimum 5 years in Manufacturing IT/MES (3 in semiconductor) with a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or Equivalent
• Minimum 5 years working experiences with 3 years in Manufacturing IT / MES as well as in semiconductor industry
• Experience with machine communication and integration protocols such as OPC UA or MT Connect and MQTT, SECS/GEM
• Experience in IT/OT integration or related field
• Strong knowledge of IT systems (servers, networks, databases) and OT systems (PLCs, SCADA)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to adapt to changing environment and handle multiple priorities
• Able to translate technical concepts in non-technical language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Design and implement solutions that integrate IT and OT systems to improve efficiency and data flow
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to both IT and OT systems
• Combine data from different sources to create a unified dataset
• Work with IT Network team on coordination, configuration and managing network systems to ensure reliable communication between IT and OT environments
• Work with IT Security team on coordination of security measures to protect IT and OT systems from cyber threats
• Coordinate with IT and OT teams to ensure alignment and effective communication
• Ensure all systems comply with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, changes, and procedures

Skills

IT/OT integration

Cross-functional teamwork

Network coordination

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

OPC UA

MTConnect

MQTT

SECS/GEM

Job description

VAT Group in Malaysia seeks a specialist to bridge IT and OT, designing integrated solutions for shopfloor environments and ensuring robust data flow.

You will coordinate IT networks and OT systems, maintain compliant configurations, and document procedures while leveraging OPC UA, MTConnect, MQTT and SECS/GEM expertise.

Minimum 5 years in Manufacturing IT/MES (3 in semiconductor) with a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills are required.