07 - Engineer, Hardware Design

Celestica Inc.; George Town; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Penang is seeking an Engineer, Hardware Design to perform board-level testing and collaborate with R&D on debugging and validation. The role emphasizes following SOPs, drafting test plans, and ensuring data integrity in project reviews.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of hardware testing experience, familiarity with PCIe/DDR/USB/SATA/LAN, and basic instrument knowledge. A degree in Electrical Engineering is required, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hardware board-level testing experience.
• Understanding of networking switch/server/storage concepts and hardware design fundamentals.
• Familiarity with signal integrity theory and key bus standards (PCIe, DDR, USB, SATA, LAN, I2C/SPI).
• Good understanding of basic measuring instruments (oscilloscopes and probes).
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Scripting knowledge (Python) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware board-level testing following the approved validation plan.
• Collaborate with R&D and assist in debugging and failure analysis until resolution.
• Follow Master Technical Templates and SOPs to ensure test consistency.
• Draft test plans and capture data for project-level review.
• Improve testing procedures to shorten times and broaden coverage in the lab.
• Set up and operate measuring instruments to conduct bus validation.
• Utilize scripting frameworks (Python/SCPI) to run automated tests.

Skills

Test execution

Debugging

Automation scripting

Python

SCPI

Networking basics

Signal integrity

Instrument knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Waveform generators

Multimeters

Network analyzers

Job description

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07 - Engineer, Hardware Design

Date: Oct 3, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

General Overview

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Design Engineering Hardware
SAP Short Name: ENG-ENG-DHW
Job Level: Level 07
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Test Execution: Complete assigned SI/PI test items strictly on time, adhering to the approved validation plan.
• R&D Collaboration & Debugging: Inform the R&D team immediately of any electrical or signal issues encountered during testing. Actively assist in debugging, failure analysis, and troubleshooting until resolution.
• Standardization Compliance: Strictly follow "Master Technical Templates" and standard operating procedures (SOPs) maintained by the Domain Champions to ensure test consistency.
• Reporting & Documentation: Draft initial pillar-specific test plans, capture highly accurate test data, and prepare complete test packages for project-level review.
• Process Optimization: Help examine and refine testing procedures to shorten testing times and broaden overall test coverage in the lab.
• Equipment Operations: Set up and operate measuring instruments (e.g., oscilloscopes, waveform generators, multimeters, and network analyzers) to conduct standard bus validation.
• Automation Utilization: Utilize existing scripting frameworks (e.g., Python/SCPI) to run automated test routines.
• Experience: 0 to 3 years of experience in hardware board-level testing. (Fresh graduates with relevant internship or academic project experience are highly encouraged).
• Technical Knowledge (Preferred): Understanding of networking switch/server/storage structure concepts and hardware design fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Standards: Basic exposure to signal integrity theory and key bus standards (e.g., PCIe, DDR, USB, SATA, LAN, I2C/SPI).
• Instrument Competency: Good understanding of the principles and operations of basic measuring instruments (oscilloscopes and probes).
• Work Management: Ability to handle multiple testing tasks, work under tight project timelines, and maintain a strong team-player mindset.
• Scripting (Preferred): Basic knowledge of Python or other scripting languages for test automation is highly desirable.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• 1 to 3 years of related experienc;Experience in similar job roles

Typical Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported.

Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process.

Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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