Smart Factory Automation Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corporation is seeking an Automation Engineer in Malaysia to develop and support advanced automation solutions, including SECS/GEM, AMR, robotic arms, and RPA, as part of our Industry 4.0 journey. The role emphasizes ownership, learning agility, and problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with Production, Equipment, Engineering, and IT teams to drive improvements in productivity, quality, and equipment utilization while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in automation or related engineering.
• Experience in industrial automation and system integration.
• Programming in Python / C# / SQL or similar.
• Experience with SECS/GEM, AMR, robotics, or RPA is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and independent work in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain factory automation solutions to improve productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Support and enhance SECS/GEM integration and system connectivity between manufacturing equipment, host systems, and factory automation platforms.
• Design, deploy, and maintain smart automation technologies, including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), robotic arms, and related material handling systems.
• Develop and support Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Zen Systems, and server-based applications to streamline manufacturing and engineering workflows.
• Troubleshoot automation systems, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Production, Equipment, Engineering, and IT teams.
• Provide timely support for critical automation systems, including after-hours support when required, to ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and maintain Smart Automation-related documentation and reports

Skills

Industrial automation

System integration

Programming/scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation / Electrical / Electronics / Mechatronics / Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Join Renesas Kulim as an Automation Engineer and be part of our Industry 4.0 journey. You will develop and support automation solutions including SECS/GEM, AMR, robotic arms, RPA, and Zen Systems. We seek highly dedicated individuals with strong learning agility, ownership, and problem-solving capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain factory automation solutions to improve productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Support and enhance SECS/GEM integration and system connectivity between manufacturing equipment, host systems, and factory automation platforms.
• Design, deploy, and maintain smart automation technologies, including Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), robotic arms, and related material handling systems.
• Develop and support Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Zen Systems, and server-based applications to streamline manufacturing and engineering workflows.
• Troubleshoot automation systems, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Production, Equipment, Engineering, and IT teams.
• Provide timely support for critical automation systems, including after-hours support when required, to ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Prepare and maintain Smart Automation-related documentation and reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related Engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge or experience in industrial automation, system integration, and manufacturing automation solutions.
• Programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, C#, SQL, VB.NET, Java, or equivalent).
• Experience or exposure to SECS/GEM, AMR, robotics, RPA, or Smart Factory technologies is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated, committed, and eager to learn new technologies, with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier.

With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world-leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.