Technical Solutions Director

Michael Page; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global provider of innovative engineering solutions is seeking a Lead Regional Innovation to set the technology roadmap and manage a diverse range of projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 12 years of experience in engineered products, accompanied by strong leadership and project management skills. You will drive innovation and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to achieve regional growth objectives. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and multinational organization.

Benefits

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Multinational organization exposure

Qualifications

• Master's degree (minimum) or PhD in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in engineered solutions and systems.
• 5-7+ years leading R&D and project delivery functions.

Responsibilities

• Set technology roadmap and prioritize new product and customization pipelines.
• Conduct risk reviews and ensure compliance with local codes.
• Drive innovation in mechanical design to enhance product features.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Design

Project Management

Cross-Cultural Communication

Continuous Improvement

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/PLM tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Lead regional innovationHigh-impact leadership opportunity

Responsibilities

• Set technology roadmap and prioritize new product and customization pipelines.
• Institutionalize design standards, stage-gate processes, and validation feedback loops.
• Drive innovation in mechanical design to reduce energy consumption and enhance product features.
• Lead multi-country project and engineering teams to scope, design, execute, and commission solutions on time and within budget.
• Conduct risk reviews, manage change control, and ensure compliance with local codes and permitting requirements.
• Serve as senior technical advisor in strategic pursuits and executive-level presentations.
• Translate customer requirements into robust solution architectures and compelling ROI narratives.
• Embed product and project governance, ensuring adherence to codes, standards, and internal quality systems.
• Champion safety principles and design-for-safety practices.
• Assist in hiring, developing, and retaining top talent across R&D and project teams.
• Collaborate with Sales, Service, Operations, Finance, and HR to achieve regional growth objectives.
• Manage regional technical budgets, portfolio prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost-out initiatives, and digital automation opportunities in engineering workflows.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (minimum) or PhD in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in engineered solutions, products, or systems with a strong mechanical core.
• 5-7+ years leading both R&D and project delivery functions.
• Deep technical expertise in mechanical design, thermofluids, heat transfer, materials, and systems integration.
• Fluency with modern CAD/PLM and simulation tools.
• Mastery of stage-gate product development and end-to-end project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to present to C-level and technical authorities, translating complex requirements into feasible solutions.
• Experience in multi-country team leadership, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Ability to travel across Asia as required.
• Excellent business English; additional Asian languages are an advantage.

Our client is a global provider of innovative solutions that enhance indoor environments, delivering advanced systems and technologies to improve comfort, safety, and efficiency across diverse applications.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a multinational organization.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.