Ahmad Firdaus Abd Malik
Engineering Manager (Head of Engineering)
Tay Ninh
Summary
Experienced in leading diverse engineering teams to efficiently achieve project goals. Utilizes strategic planning and process optimization to drive innovation and operational excellence. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and ensuring high standards in project execution. Passionate about driving success through teamwork and continuous improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6010
6010
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Engineering Manager (Head of Engineering)
QL Resources Berhad
03.2021 - Current
- Improved engineering processes by streamlining workflows, implementing efficient project management techniques and identified areas of improvement in existing systems, providing recommendations that resulted in significant cost savings over time.
- Managed risk assessments during project planning phases, proactively mitigating potential issues before they arose during execution stages.
- Prepared, designs, checked, implements and coordinated the entire technical documentation to support component design and application project relating to civil, mechanical and electrical engineering and analyses design of various structures, estimate costs involved, prepares work schedules and co- ordinates implementation of the projects.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful product development, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.
- Presented progress reports to executive leadership, demonstrating success in meeting project milestones on time and within budget constraints.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to ensure high-quality materials were sourced at competitive prices while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
- Developed comprehensive risk management framework, identifying potential issues early and devising effective mitigation strategies.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at cost-effective prices, positively impacting profit margins.
- Coordinated with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with industry standards, mitigating risk and reinforcing brand integrity.
- Established and conducted quality control programs to verify construction projects met required quality standards.
Maintenance Manager (Plant Reliability & Facilities)
Sunrich Integrated Sdn Bhd
04.2017 - 02.2021
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program in term of safety, operability, reliability, and maintainability over the facility are operated in highest performance at all-time.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
- Forecasted, reviewed and developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance and to establish cost-effective measures.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations through diligent record-keeping, reporting practices, and regular audits.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
Senior Instrumentation & Automation Engineer
Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Managed documentation efforts related to the design, installation, and operation of automated systems, ensuring accurate records were maintained for future reference.
- Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for machinery and assembling electrical components, soliciting observation from machine operator.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts to resolve complex issues related to automated equipment performance.
- Leveraged strong programming skills to develop custom scripts for PLCs, HMIs, and other control system components used in automated machines.
- Collaborate with systems engineers and cross-functional teams to identify areas for automation improvements, produce streamlined workflows to determine machine requirements, develop specifications, automation improvements, produce streamlined workflows and quality control to deliver reliable automation systems.
- Served as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to automation equipment performance, troubleshooting issues as they arose and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Worked closely with vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality automation components while adhering to budget constraints.
- Successfully managed multiple concurrent projects involving the design, installation, and commissioning of various industrial automation systems.
- Established best practices and innovative solutions to enhance production rates and output quality.
- Assisted engineering teams in specifying requirements for new automation projects based on detailed analysis of existing processes and desired outcomes.
Project Electrical Engineer
AB Power Construction Sdn Bhd
04.2010 - 12.2013
- Provided technical support to colleagues on complex issues, assisting them in finding efficient solutions in HV/LV Distribution Substation.
- Performed maintenance procedures, repairs on existing electrical products systems and do inspected of completed installations to observe operations and carry out maintenance procedures.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, monitoring progress and evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
- Established positive relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, to facilitate project success.
- Improved electrical system efficiency by designing and implementing advanced power distribution networks.
- Optimized energy consumption in projects by incorporating renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies.
- Interfacing with Malaysian authorities (Energy Commission & TNB) regarding plant engineering, construction, project planning, contracts management and compliance issues. Ensure installations, testing & commissioning is safe, correct and legal and follow IEC/IEEE Standard.
- Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently managing time and resources, ensuring timely completion of tasks and ensured compliance with industry regulations, codes, and standards throughout all stages of product development.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for designs, including schematics, calculations, specifications, and reports for review by clients or regulatory agencies.
- Presented findings from research projects at professional conferences or workshops, contributing to knowledge-sharing within the field.
Senior Electrical Support Engineer
JTEKT Automotive (M) Sdn Bhd
03.2007 - 03.2010
- Prepare technical designs for in-house projects and apply into power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, and equipment specification.
- Analyze complex engineering problems and effective offer resolutions with supervise a team of designers and support personnel.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems, ensuring seamless system operations.
- Enhanced system performance for production through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting of technical issues.
- Analyses a project lead on multi-discipline engineering design in PLC's, HMI, SCADA, and CNC system.
- Identifies, formulates and implements 'on-the-job' training programs for the workforce.
- Executed routine maintenance activities on systems infrastructure, preventing potential downtime scenarios while minimizing impact on production daily operations.
- Authored comprehensive reports on trends observed in production inquiries, offering insights into potential improvements.
- Implemented automation tools to streamline workflows, reducing manual tasks and increasing productivity within the support team.
- Reduced response times by prioritizing urgent requests and escalating issues when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Electrical & Electronic
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Shah Alam11-2006
Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Politeknik Ungku Omar
Ipoh12-2002
Certificate of Power Electrical Engineering - Electrical Power
Politeknik Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu12-2001
Skills
Technical engineering analysis
Certification
Certificate of Project Management Foundation
Current Position
Engineering Manager (Head of Engineering)
Current Company
QL Resources Berhad
Current Basic Salary
USD 4,135/month
Profile Url
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmadfirdausabdmalik952384b7
Personal Information
- Notice Period: 1 months
- Date of Birth: 08/05/82
Accomplishments
- Developed EPC Project - Installing, commissioning & testing compo & opticsec system with MV substation 33kV/11kV 415volts, equipped with 1 unit of 3000kVA of transformer and 2 nos of 3200A Air Circuit Breaker (ACB), resulting in reduce composting time and speed up the process of compost fertilizer. For the first quarter total sales operation increase 30% as a result.
- Managed up to handling and setup 3 projects as EPC, CSP and UPS system at a time.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Engineering Manager (Head of Engineering)
QL Resources Berhad
03.2021 - Current
Maintenance Manager (Plant Reliability & Facilities)
Sunrich Integrated Sdn Bhd
04.2017 - 02.2021
Senior Instrumentation & Automation Engineer
Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad
01.2014 - 03.2017
Project Electrical Engineer
AB Power Construction Sdn Bhd
04.2010 - 12.2013
Senior Electrical Support Engineer
JTEKT Automotive (M) Sdn Bhd
03.2007 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Electrical & Electronic
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Politeknik Ungku Omar
Certificate of Power Electrical Engineering - Electrical Power
Politeknik Kota Bharu
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