Project Engineer – Robotics & Automation
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Travel Requirements: Regional travel across Southeast Asia
About the Opportunity
Our client is a leading provider of intelligent robotics and automation solutions, specializing in advanced mobile robotics and smart warehouse automation systems.
As part of their continued expansion across Southeast Asia, they are seeking a motivated and hands-on Project Engineer to support the implementation, commissioning, and delivery of robotics automation projects across the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineering professionals who are passionate about robotics, automation, and cutting-edge technologies, and who enjoy working in a dynamic, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Execution & Implementation: Support end-to-end project delivery in accordance with project plans, including site layout, engineering design, site preparation, system installation, commissioning, and deployment of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automation systems.
- Project Coordination: Work closely with Project Managers to monitor project schedules, costs, quality, and deliverables, ensuring successful and timely execution.
- Site & Vendor Management: Coordinate and supervise on-site contractors, vendors, and technical teams to ensure smooth installation and commissioning activities.
- Customer Engagement: Act as a key technical point of contact for customers, maintaining strong relationships, addressing project-related concerns, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provide on-site and remote technical support, troubleshoot system issues, and assist with post-deployment operations and production support.
- Training & Knowledge Transfer: Deliver operational and technical training to customers, ensuring effective system adoption and utilization.
- Documentation & Compliance: Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, review project deliverables, and ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety regulations, and technical specifications.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify potential project risks, recommend corrective actions, and contribute to process improvements to enhance overall project performance.
Requirements
- Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong interest in robotics, industrial automation, and intelligent material handling solutions.
- Good technical problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges.
- Ability to manage multiple project tasks and work effectively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with customers, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
- Good command of English, both written and spoken.
- Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently across Southeast Asia for project implementation and customer support.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently in a remote-based environment.
Why Join?
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge robotics and intelligent automation technologies.
- Gain exposure to regional automation projects across Southeast Asia.
- Work in a dynamic, fast-growing industry with strong long-term career prospects.
- Collaborate with international engineering teams and customers on innovative automation solutions.
Interested?
If you are passionate about robotics and automation and looking to advance your engineering career through exciting regional projects, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity.