Applications Engineer (Penang)

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional APAC exposure

International travel opportunities

Collaboration with engineering and PM/

Career development in a global firm

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a customer-facing Applications Engineer in Kuala Lumpur to drive application studies, technical consultation, and deployment of inspection solutions for electronics, SMT, and semiconductor sectors.

You will install, configure, and troubleshoot systems, deliver training, and collaborate with engineering and sales teams while traveling across Southeast Asia (up to 70%).

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Mechanical, Electronics or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years in a customer-facing technical support or applications engineering role.
• Background in Electronics Manufacturing, SMT, Semiconductor or Capital Equipment industries.
• Experience with AXI, AOI, or SPI platforms is advantageous.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; able to engage customers confidently.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin to support regional stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Southeast Asia and internationally (up to 70%).

Responsibilities

• Conduct application studies, sample evaluations, and system demonstrations for customers.
• Provide technical consultation and recommend optimal inspection solutions.
• Support system installation, setup, programming, and application deployment.
• Troubleshoot technical and application-related issues to ensure customer success.
• Deliver product and application training to customers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Develop technical documentation, training materials, and best-practice guides.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on software testing, product validation, and enhancements.
• Gather customer feedback and market insights to support product development initiatives.
• Partner with sales teams during customer meetings, technical presentations, and solution reviews.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and customer workshops.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive activities, and emerging customer requirements.
• Support customers across Southeast Asia through regular regional travel.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Travel willingness

Multilingual (English & Mandarin)

Education

Automation Engineering degree

Electrical/Mechanical/Electronics degree

Tools

AXI

AOI

SPI

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised technology manufacturer specialising in advanced inspection and automation solutions for the electronics, SMT, and semiconductor industries. With a strong presence across Asia-Pacific, the company is renowned for innovation, customer-centric solutions, and continuous investment in engineering excellence

Job Description

• Conduct application studies, sample evaluations, and system demonstrations for customers.
• Provide technical consultation and recommend optimal inspection solutions.
• Support system installation, setup, programming, and application deployment.
• Troubleshoot technical and application-related issues to ensure customer success.
• Deliver product and application training to customers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Develop technical documentation, training materials, and best-practice guides.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on software testing, product validation, and enhancements.
• Gather customer feedback and market insights to support product development initiatives.
• Partner with sales teams during customer meetings, technical presentations, and solution reviews.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and customer workshops.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive activities, and emerging customer requirements.
• Support customers across Southeast Asia through regular regional travel.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a customer-facing technical support or applications engineering role.
• Background within Electronics Manufacturing, SMT, Semiconductor, or Capital Equipment industries.
• Experience with AXI, AOI, or SPI platforms will be highly advantageous.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage customers confidently.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin to support regional stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Southeast Asia and internationally (up to 70%).

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge inspection technologies.
• Regional APAC exposure and international travel opportunities.
• Strong collaboration with engineering, product management, and commercial teams.
• Career development within a global multinational organisation.
• Dynamic environment where your technical expertise directly impacts customer success and product innovation.