Technician - Maintenance

Robert Bosch Power Tools Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Leave Entitlement

Job summary

Robert Bosch Power Tools Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support daily maintenance of production equipment, machines, jigs and fixtures. The role emphasizes preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and reducing production downtime.

Hands-on capability in mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automation-related issues is essential. Applicants should hold a Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial Electrical

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation or related field.
• Hands-on capability in mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automation troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines and jigs/fixtures.
• Identify root causes of breakdowns and support corrective actions to improve machine reliability.
• Work closely with Production teams to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Support TPM initiatives and equipment reliability projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic and automation-related issues.
• Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, pneumatic/hydraulic diagrams and machine manuals.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance to junior technicians where required.
• Follow LOTO and 5S safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC basics

Automation understanding

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial Electrical

Tools

Electrical drawings

Pneumatic/Hydraulic diagrams

Machine manuals

Job description

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd, with offices located in Selangor and Penang. In Malaysia, Bosch has diversified businesses in Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing plants in Penang providing Car Multimedia, Power Tools and Automotive Steering systems. In 2017, Malaysia contributed sales of RM 615 million (127 million euro) and employed more than 2,800 associates.

In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros), and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

Robert Bosch Semiconductor Manufacturing Penang Sdn. Bhd. Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia, a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan, Penang. The construction has begun in May 2021 and first series of production to commence in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

To support the Supervisor / Engineer in daily maintenance operations for production equipment, machines, jigs, and fixtures. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, machine improvement, and minimizing production downtime. The technician is expected to have strong hands‑on capability in mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automation‑related troubleshooting.

Job Scope

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machines, equipment and jigs/fixtures.
• Identify the causes of equipment breakdowns and support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions to improve machine reliability.
• Work closely with Production teams to resolve equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Support maintenance improvement activities, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives and equipment reliability projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic and automation‑related equipment issues.
• Support troubleshooting of PLC‑controlled machines and automation systems, including HMI, sensors, actuators, servo drives and inverters/VFDs.
• Read and interpret basic electrical drawings, pneumatic/hydraulic diagrams and machine manuals.
• Maintain appropriate records of maintenance activities, troubleshooting findings and corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians where required.
• Follow established safety procedures during maintenance and troubleshooting activities such as Log Out Tag Out (LOTO).
• Ensure 5S is being carried out at workplace and follow Safety Rules & Regulations.
• Perform other maintenance‑related duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Engineer.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial Electrical or a related technical field.

Perks and Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Leave Entitlement e.g: Annual Leave, Medical Leave