Control Engineer (Pharmaceutical Automation)

Overview

We are looking for experienced Control Engineers to support pharmaceutical automation projects in Malaysia. This role is suitable for engineers with hands-on experience in PLC/DCS programming, SCADA configuration, commissioning and validation within pharmaceutical or fine chemical environments.

The successful candidate will be involved in both system implementation and on-site commissioning, working closely with project teams and clients to ensure automation systems are delivered safely, accurately and in accordance with GMP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Siemens PCS7 / PLC programming and SCADA/HMI configuration.

• Configure historical trends, data acquisition and system monitoring functions.

• Supervise on-site installation of instrumentation, control panels and industrial networks.

• Conduct equipment-level commissioning, integration testing and safety interlock testing.

• Support automation commissioning for:

  • BMS / environmental monitoring systems
  • EMS / energy monitoring systems
  • Purified water systems
  • Clean steam and other pharmaceutical utility systems

• Conduct FAT and SAT testing and support IQ/OQ validation activities.

• Prepare and complete original testing and validation records.

• Troubleshoot automation and control-system issues on-site.

• Optimise control logic, alarm management and batch traceability functions.

• Prepare operational SOPs and system configuration / maintenance manuals.

• Provide technical training and support to client engineering teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on PLC/DCS commissioning and implementation experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical or fine chemical industry.
• Experience with Siemens PCS7 will be highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA/HMI configuration and OPC data integration.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and pharmaceutical cleanroom automation standards.
• Experience with FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ and commissioning documentation is preferred.
• Comfortable working at pharmaceutical project sites for extended periods.
• Able to support project-based overtime when required.

To Apply:
Interested candidates may submit their CV for a confidential discussion.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Shirley Tan (EA Licence Number: 25S2710 /Registration ID: R21103665)