UB Group Hiring! Full Time Presales Engineer in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

Presales Engineer – ASRS & OHS Automation Solutions

Location: Batu Kawan, Penang

Job Summary

UB is looking for a Presales Engineer to support the design and proposal of Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS), Overhead Hoist Systems (OHS), conveyor systems and related material-handling automation solutions.

The role will work closely with customers, sales, engineering teams and technology partners to understand operational requirements, conduct site surveys, develop solution concepts and prepare technical proposals.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct customer site surveys and requirement-gathering sessions.

* Understand existing warehouse, production and material-flow processes.

* Develop ASRS and OHS concept layouts based on customer requirements.

* Calculate storage capacity, throughput, cycle time and equipment requirements.

* Prepare preliminary system layouts, material-flow diagrams and solution architecture.

* Recommend suitable automation equipment, including stacker cranes, shuttle systems, conveyors, lifts, hoists and transfer stations.

* Prepare technical proposals, scope of work, equipment lists, assumptions and exclusions.

* Support costing, tender submissions and technical clarifications.

* Coordinate with internal engineering teams, suppliers and technology partners.

* Present proposed solutions to customers and management.

* Identify technical risks, site limitations and integration requirements.

* Support project handover from the sales stage to the project execution team.

Required Skills and Experience

* Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

* Minimum 3 years of experience in warehouse automation, factory automation, material handling or system integration.

* Experience with ASRS, OHS, conveyors, stacker cranes, shuttle systems or automated material-handling equipment.

* Able to prepare concept layouts using AutoCAD or similar software.

* Good understanding of storage-capacity and throughput calculations.

* Basic knowledge of PLC controls, sensors, safety systems and industrial networking.

* Understanding of WMS, WCS, MES or ERP integration would be an advantage.

* Able to prepare technical proposals and present solutions clearly.

* Good written and spoken English.

* Willing to travel for customer meetings and site surveys.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working with warehouse automation suppliers or system integrators.

* Experience in semiconductor, electronics, manufacturing, logistics or distribution-centre projects.

* Knowledge of simulation, 3D-layout or warehouse-design software.

* Experience supporting tenders, costing and commercial proposals.

* Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.

Personal Attributes

* Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

* Able to convert customer requirements into practical engineering solutions.

* Detail-oriented and organised.

* Comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

* Able to work independently and coordinate across multiple teams.

* Commercially aware and careful about project scope and technical risks.

What We Offer

* Opportunity to work on advanced industrial automation projects.

* Exposure to ASRS, OHS, smart warehousing and automated material-handling technologies.

* Collaboration with regional customers and technology partners.

* Career development in solution engineering, automation and project consulting.