Electrical Engineer/Senior Electrical Engineer

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-17 Senai, M01, Malaysia Permanent Hybrid Engineering

Company shared salary

RM1,738–RM6,000/mo (RM20,853–RM72,000/yr)

Market rate

RM7,000–RM10,000/mo (RM84,000–RM120,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical equipment
  • Troubleshoot motors, control panels, PLCs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation, and automation systems
  • Maintain transformers, Main Switchboards, Sub-Switchboards, MCCs, and power distribution systems
  • Inspect electrical protection systems and ensure proper operation
  • Respond promptly to production breakdowns and restore equipment operation
  • Maintain electrical systems for buildings, workshops, offices, warehouses, and other facilities
  • Maintain facility lighting, emergency lighting, electrical distribution, sockets, switches, and related systems
  • Support electrical systems for compressors, pumps, ventilation, cooling systems, and other utilities
  • Participate in electrical installation and improvement of new buildings, facilities, and plant infrastructure
  • Coordinate electrical contractors for facility and infrastructure projects
  • Develop and improve electrical preventive maintenance programs
  • Analyze electrical failures and implement permanent corrective actions
  • Recommend electrical modifications to improve reliability, safety, and performance
  • Support machine safety and electrical protection improvements
  • Participate in electrical installation, modification, upgrading, and commissioning
  • Review electrical drawings, specifications, and equipment requirements
  • Support new engineering and facility projects
  • Coordinate with contractors and suppliers
  • Support energy-saving and electrical efficiency initiatives
  • Identify critical electrical spare parts and maintain appropriate stock levels
  • Evaluate repair, reuse, or replacement options
  • Monitor electrical maintenance costs and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Maintain records of spare-parts usage and replacement history
  • Ensure electrical work complies with company safety procedures and applicable regulations
  • Apply proper electrical isolation and LOTO procedures
  • Participate in electrical risk assessments and safety inspections
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly electrical maintenance reports
  • Maintain electrical drawings, equipment records, maintenance history, and spare-parts records
  • Provide regular updates on critical electrical issues and improvement activities

Requirements

  • Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 2-5 years of relevant industrial or manufacturing experience
  • Experience with industrial motors, PLCs, VFDs, control panels, sensors, and power distribution systems
  • Good knowledge of electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
  • Able to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong commitment to electrical safety and safe working practices
  • Willing to support breakdowns, shutdowns, overtime, or on-call activities when required

Benefits

  • Pay: RM1,737.79