Engineering Manager - Backend (Semicon; Batam)

PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia; Bukit Tempayan; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia, is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee backend process engineering and manage turnkey project transfers. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with proven leadership in semiconductor backend processes. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural team.

Benefits

Work for a reputable global company

Dynamic working environment

Multi-cultural team

Qualifications

• 12+ years in electronics/semiconductor manufacturing, with 2+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven experience in semiconductor backend processes and automotive industry standards.
• Strong APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, and MSA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead turnkey projects from assessment to product release.
• Oversee transition from NPI to mass production.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving tools

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering

Tools

FMEA

PPAP

SPC

MSA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead backend process engineering and manage turnkey project transfers within our manufacturing operations. This role requires strong project management capabilities, deep technical knowledge of backend processes, and the ability to coordinate NPI and process improvement initiatives from concept to mass production.

The client is a leading semiconductor/electronic component manufacturing.

Description

1. New Product Introduction & Project Transfer
Lead turnkey projects from assessment and qualification through to product release.
Manage backend processes: soldering (manual & immersion), crimping, molding, potting/gel fill, plating, trim/form, reflow BGA/QFN, and package simulation.
Oversee APQP and final testing processes (electrical final testing, leakage testing, etc.)

2. Machine & Process Capability
Identify, acquire, qualify, and commission production equipment; provide buy-off recommendations.
Plan and optimize machine capacity, production layout, and floor plans.
Ensure compliance with ESD standards across all processes.

3. Mass Production Handover
Oversee transition from NPI to mass production, including manpower planning, quality requirements, and capacity validation.
Manage production engineering for qualified materials/products.
Drive process improvements to enhance yield, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with PD, PE, PrE, QA, Logistics, and external vendors.
Provide technical leadership to engineering teams for temperature sensor and system product lines.
Support front-end process transitions from Berlin to Batam.

5. Compliance, Safety & Continuous Improvement
Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards (IATF16949), APQP, and audit requirements.
Promote safe work practices and conduct regular safety audits.
Apply Lean Six Sigma tools for continuous improvement (5-Why, cause-effect, FMEA, SPC, MSA, etc.).

Profile

Degree/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.

12+ years in electronics/semiconductor manufacturing, with 2+ years in leadership roles.

Proven experience in semiconductor backend processes and automotive industry standards (soldering, molding)

Stong mechanical / ESD background.

Experiences in reviewing drawing

Strong APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, and MSA knowledge.

Demonstrated success in turnkey project management and project transfer.

Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving tools.

Experiences in machine buy-off

Nice to have:

Wire bonding (aluminum) and die attach process knowledge.

Experience with plating, package simulation, and magnetic sensors.

Familiarity with OSAT operations for global semiconductor clients.

Programming/scripting knowledge (C++, Python).

Job Offer

Work for a reputable global company

Dynamic working environment

Work in a multi-cultural team

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