Total 4 tech support job vacancies in Engineering category in Penang

Technical Support Engineer

Company: Sciengate Automation

Department: Engineering / Customer Support

Location: Malaysia (with regional support)

Role Overview

The Technical Support Engineer provides post-sales technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for industrial automation systems including PLC, SCADA, HMI, and IIoT platforms.

This role ensures high system reliability, minimal downtime, and data-driven performance improvement across customer operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Support & Troubleshooting

- Diagnose and resolve issues in PLC systems, SCADA/HMI systems, and industrial communication networks

- Provide remote and onsite support

- Perform root cause analysis using system logs, alarms, and trends

2. System Maintenance & Optimization

- Conduct preventive maintenance and system audits

- Optimize control logic including PID tuning, sequencing, and safety interlocks

- Improve system performance by reducing downtime and increasing efficiency

3. Customer Support & Training

- Act as technical point of contact

- Provide operator and maintenance training

- Develop troubleshooting guides and documentation

4. Implementation & Commissioning Support

- Assist in system commissioning

- Support PLC/SCADA integration

- Integrate with MES/ERP and IIoT platforms

5. Data Analysis & Reporting

- Analyze operational data for faults and bottlenecks

- Generate reports on downtime and OEE

- Support predictive maintenance initiatives

6. Continuous Improvement

- Recommend system improvements

- Contribute to knowledge base

- Develop reusable templates

Required Skills & Competencies

Core Automation Skills

- PLC programming and troubleshooting (Schneider, Siemens, etc.)

- SCADA/HMI configuration

- Industrial protocols: Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, Ethernet/IP

Software & Database Skills

- Basic programming (Python, JavaScript, or C#)

- Simple scripting and API understanding

- SQL knowledge (queries, joins)

- Familiarity with MySQL, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL

- Understanding PLC → SCADA → Database → Dashboard flow

Analytical Skills

- Root Cause Analysis

- OEE and downtime analysis

- Predictive maintenance concepts

IT / Networking Skills

- Basic networking (IP, switches, routers)

- Familiarity with IIoT and cloud dashboards

Soft Skills

- Problem-solving mindset

- Communication skills

- Independent work capability

- Documentation skills

Qualifications

- Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related

- 1–5 years experience in automation/support

- Fresh graduates with strong fundamentals welcome

Preferred Experience

- Schneider EcoStruxure, Siemens TIA Portal

- OEE systems, data analytics, vibration monitoring

KPIs

- MTTR

- System uptime

- First-time fix rate

- Customer satisfaction

- Reduction in recurring faults

Career Progression

- Technical Support Engineer → Senior Engineer → IIoT Specialist → Solutions Architect

Perks & Benefits

• Commission and bonus
• Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
• Company trips
• Medical insurance
• Paid training and development

Job Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and schedule service jobs, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Act as the main contact between customers, service team, and management.
• Prepare service reports, job orders, and necessary documentation.
• Monitor service progress to ensure timely completion and customer satisfaction.
• Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and provide solutions.
• Maintain proper records of service activities and parts used.
• Support service team with administrative tasks and resource planning.

Job Requirements :

• Posses at least SPM or Fresh graduate are encourage to apply.
• Experience in customer service, service coordination, or administrative support is an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Required Languages in Bahasa Malaysia , English & Mandarin ( Preferred )

Perks & Benefits

• Personal leave
• Overtime & Bonus
• Personal development opportunities
• PA insurance

工作職責：

• 協調和安排維修保養工作、維護保養和修理活動。
• 作為客戶、服務團隊和管理層之間的主要聯絡人。
• 準備服務報告、工作單和必要的文件。
• 監控服務進度，確保按時完成並讓客戶滿意。
• 處理客戶諮詢、投訴，並提供解決方案。
• 妥善保存維修活動和所用零件的記錄。
• 支援服務團隊處理行政事務和資源規劃。

職位要求：

• 歡迎至少持有SPM證書或應屆畢業生申請。
• 有客戶服務、服務協調或行政支援的經驗者優先考慮。
• 良好的溝通和人際交往能力。
• 較強的組織能力和多任務處理能力。
• 精通微軟辦公室軟體（Word、Excel、Outlook）。
• 能夠獨立工作，也能作為團隊成員協作。
• 所需語言 馬來語、英語和華語（首選）

福利待遇

• 個人休假
• 加班費及獎金
• 個人發展機會
• 賓州保險

Tanggungjawab Kerja:

• Menyelaras dan menjadualkan kerja-kerja servis, penyelenggaraan dan aktiviti pembaikan.
• Bertindak sebagai penghubung utama antara pelanggan, pasukan perkhidmatan dan pihak pengurusan.
• Menyediakan laporan perkhidmatan, pesanan kerja dan dokumen yang diperlukan.
• Pantau kemajuan perkhidmatan bagi memastikan penyiapan tepat pada masanya dan kepuasan pelanggan.
• Mengendalikan pertanyaan, aduan pelanggan dan menyediakan penyelesaian.
• Mengekalkan rekod aktiviti servis dan alat ganti yang digunakan dengan betul.
• Pasukan khidmat sokongan dengan tugas pentadbiran dan perancangan sumber.

Keperluan Kerja:

• Mempunyai sekurang-kurangnya SPM atau graduan baru digalakkan untuk memohon.
• Pengalaman dalam khidmat pelanggan, penyelarasan perkhidmatan atau sokongan pentadbiran adalah satu kelebihan.
• Komunikasi dan kemahiran interpersonal yang baik.
• Kebolehan organisasi dan multitasking yang kuat.
• Mahir dalam Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Mampu bekerja secara bebas dan sebagai sebahagian daripada pasukan.
• Bahasa yang diperlukan dalam Bahasa Malaysia , Inggeris & Mandarin ( Diutamakan )

Faedah & Kebaikan

• Cuti peribadi
• Lebih Masa & Bonus
• Peluang pembangunan peribadi
• Insurans PA