Lead Project Engineer

Position: Lead Project Engineer

Location: Selangor, Malaysia

Role Overview:

• The Engineering Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the Malaysia-based Engineering team, primarily composed of Application Design Engineers. This team handles the design and technical documentation of Semiconductor / Electronic Industry throughout the project lifecycle—from the handover by Sales to final delivery.
• In this role, you will lead, support, and develop the team to meet customer expectations regarding quality, cost, timely delivery, and satisfaction. You will also play a key role in improving departmental processes, especially those aligned with the requirements of the Oil & Gas (O&G) sector.
• As a member of the Engineering Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Head of Engineering on strategic initiatives and internal projects, while also participating in SIM and cross-departmental coordination meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Management & Leadership
• Plan, assign, and manage team workloads and project deliverables
• Support team members in their career development through coaching, performance feedback, and goal-setting
• Provide technical mentorship, share best practices, and drive continuous improvement
• Identify training needs and facilitate internal or external training sessions
• Manage team budget and resource allocation
• Lead recruitment efforts in collaboration with HR and the Head of Engineering
• Operational & Process Excellence
• Ensure adherence to customer and market-specific engineering standards
• Coordinate with Project Management and Scheduling teams to align engineering deliverables with project timelines
• Contribute to the improvement of engineering tools, processes, and procedures

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven project management experience
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Cross-cultural awareness and experience working in global teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with EPLAN and SAP
• Experience in handling international projects