Company Description

Pentamaster Corporation Berhad is a global leader in providing world-class automation solutions and services to multinational manufacturers in the semiconductor, medical, automotive, and consumer electronics sectors across APAC, North America, and Europe. We offer a one-stop solution center with a full range of services, from design consultation to system implementation, training, maintenance, and upgrading. With more than 32 years of experience, we deliver flexible manufacturing, quality services, cost-effective solutions, and timely delivery, positioning us for significant growth.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Automation Engineer located in Penang, Malaysia. The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation systems. Daily tasks include troubleshooting automation system issues, process control, and working with electrical engineering and robotics. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration and performance optimization.

Qualifications

Automation and Robotics skills
Electrical Engineering or Software Automation proficiency
Knowledge of control systems and software programming
Troubleshooting skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Able to work on-site in Penang, Malaysia and travel locally and overseas to customers site for setup
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or related field
Experience in the semiconductor, medical, automotive, or consumer electronics sectors is a plus

Requirements

PLC Programming : Proven experience with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Keyence, Beckhoff, and/or comparable PLC platforms
Robotics Integration Skills: Hands-on knowledge of industrial robotics systems (Epson, ABB, Fanuc, Kuka, or equivalent vendors)
HMI Development Proficiency: Experience developing HMIs using C# and/or third-party vendor-specific applications
SCADA Systems: Experience with industrial SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk)
IoT Integration: Exposure to IIoT protocols (MQTT, OPC UA) and industrial edge devices
Machine Vision Systems: Familiarity with machine vision applications is a strong plus (Cognex, Keyence, etc.)

Software Automation Engineer