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Engineer (Technical)

Coordinate preventive maintenance on packaging and automation systems to ensure operational reliability

The Engineer will coordinate and carry out preventive maintenance and corrective repair works on packaging equipment, conveying systems, electrical systems, and automation systems. They will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, PLC, HMI, and automation-related issues to minimize operational downtime. The role includes monitoring equipment performance, maintaining technical records, and supporting system upgrades and automation...

Why This Role?

Act as the technical point of contact between customer and vendors on engineering and automation initiatives

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on packaging and automation systems
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, PLC, HMI, and instrumentation issues to reduce downtime
  • Monitor equipment performance and maintain maintenance histories, work orders, and technical documents
  • Support system upgrades, commissioning, and automation improvement projects with vendors and contractors
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and action trackers for management and customer review
  • Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and recommend cost-effective engineering solutions

Requirements

  • Technical understanding of plant equipment and automation systems
  • Analytical capability for troubleshooting and root cause analysis
  • Communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to coordinate with engineering teams, operations, vendors, and customers
  • Experience with maintenance planning and reliability enhancement initiatives

Required Skills

maintenanceautomationplchmicommunicationmaintenance coordinationtroubleshootingtechnical documentationstakeholder managementautomation supportroot cause analysis

Keywords

preventive maintenanceautomation systemsPLC troubleshootingequipment reliabilitytechnical reportingvendor liaison
View Original Description from Manatal Career Pages

Original description from Manatal Career Pages

Purpose of Role: The Engineer will support the reliability, maintenance, automation, and continuous improvement of plant equipment and technical systems to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operations. This role requires a strong combination of technical understanding, analytical capability, communication skills, coordination ability, and stakeholder management. The Engineer will serve as a key link between the engineering team, operations, management, customers, and external service providers and assisting the Manager. Responsibilities: Engineering, Maintenance & Automation Coordinate and carry out preventive maintenance and corrective repair works on packaging equipment, conveying systems, electrical systems and automation systems among various stakeholders Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, PLC, HMI, and automation-related issues to minimize operational downtime. Plan, execute and review preventive maintenance programmes to ensure equipment reliability and optimal operational performance. Monitor, record and review equipment performance and implement reliability enhancement initiatives. Maintain and ensure that equipment records, work orders, maintenance histories, inspection findings, technical documents, and supporting documents are properly maintained. Support system upgrades, commissioning activities, and automation improvement projects. Liaise with vendors and contractors on maintenance, technical support, and implementation activities. Prepare technical summaries, presentations, reports, action trackers, and recommendations for management and customer review. Projects & Continuous Improvement Support engineering projects from conceptualization through implementation and commissioning. Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures, operational disruptions, and technical incidents. Recommend and implement cost-effective engineering solutions to improve productivity, safety, and safety. Drive continuous improvement, digitalization, and automation initiatives across technical operations. Support the development of predictive maintenance strategies and reliability improvement programmes. Customer / Stakeholders Management & Technical Support Act as the technical point of contact between customer and vendors on engineering, automation, and technical improvement initiatives. Participate in site visits, audits, and project discussions to understand requirements and provide technical solutions. Investigate and present technical issues raised by operations and managers so as to provide timely corrective action plans. Prepare technical reports, presentations, technical reviews, and project updates for customers. Collaborate closely with Operations and Site management to develop value-added solutions and improve customer satisfaction. Manage challenging technical discussions calmly, professionally, and constructively. Data Analytics & Operational Excellence Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reports, and management reporting tools using platforms such as Excel. Monitor equipment uptime, downtime, throughput, and process efficiency metrics and recommend improvement actions. Generate data-driven insights and business intelligence reports to support Technical decision-making. Utilize analytics to support root cause investigations, predictive maintenance, resource optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Safety, Health & Environment Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations, company safety policies, and operational procedures. Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures before maintenance, project, or engineering activities. Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation. Promote a strong safety culture and safe work practices within the department. Resource & Cost Management Monitor maintenance consumables, spare parts inventory, and equipment requirements. Assist in preparing technical specifications, obtaining quotations, and evaluating vendor proposals. Support cost control initiatives and maintenance resources. Monitor contractor performance to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and according to specifications. Support management in prioritizing engineering resources, maintenance activities, and improvement initiatives. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Technical Manager. Job Requirements: Possess a Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering or equivalent discipline Min 5 years of relevant experience in maintenance, automation, manufacturing, or process plant environments. Hands-on experience with PLC and industrial automation systems is preferred. Experience managing maintenance contractors and project activities is advantageous. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills Strong communication and presentation skills Teamwork and Collaboration Initiative and Ownership Attention to Detail Ability to Work Under Pressure Continuous Learning Mindset Systematic Documentation and Control Consistency

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Source
Manatal Career Pages
Job Type
full time
Location
Remote
Category
Seniority
mid
PostedNew
Aug 10, 2026

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