Assembly Support Engineer

Tan Chong Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tan Chong Group in Malaysia is seeking an experienced engineer to support Bus & Chassis assembly activities, KD kit operations, and quality control across local plants. You will coordinate with King Long's overseas factory and suppliers to maintain production flow and high standards.

The role requires 4–6 years in automotive assembly, reading technical drawings, and strong problem-solving, with travel as needed to overseas sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electromechanical / Mechanical / Automotive Engineering.
• 4–6 years of automotive assembly experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• KD Kit & Factory Coordination: Support KD kit assembly matters with King Long and ensure SOP compliance.
• Assembly Technical Support: Advise local plants on assembly instructions, variant changes, and engineering resolutions.
• Production & Supply Coordination: Coordinate local supply components to ensure smooth production and monitor progress.
• Quality & Issue Management: Respond quickly to quality issues and drive corrective actions with Engineering and After-Sales.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Engineering, Production, After-Sales, Procurement, and overseas factory.

Skills

Vehicle assembly

Quality control

Technical drawings

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electromechanical / Mechanical / Automotive Engineering

Job description

Responsible for supporting and coordinating Bus & Chassis assembly activities, particularly KD kit operations, ensuring smooth production flow, quality compliance, and effective coordination with King Long factory and local assemblers. The role plays a critical part in maintaining product quality standards and improving assembly efficiency for the Malaysia market.

Key Responsibilities

1. KD Kit & Factory Coordination

• Support and advise King Long KD Coordinator at Xiamen Factory on KD kit assembly matters.
• Provide and ensure compliance with SOP for KD assembly processes.
• Resolve unpacking part discrepancies and online quality issues related to assembled chassis.
• Coordinate promptly with King Long factory PIC for technical clarifications and issue resolution.

2. Assembly Technical Support

• Support and advise local assembly plants on:
  • Assembly instructions
  • Variant changes
  • Technical modifications
  • Engineering resolutions
• Ensure accurate interpretation of technical drawings and assembly documentation.
• Provide on-site technical assistance when required.

3. Production & Supply Coordination

• Coordinate local supply components accurately and timely to ensure smooth production flow at TQ and other ad-hoc assembly plants.
• Monitor assembly progress and identify potential bottlenecks.

4. Quality & Issue Management

• Respond quickly to quality matters to prevent customer complaints.
• Coordinate corrective and preventive actions with Engineering, Production and After-Sales teams.
• Support initiatives to enhance King Long product quality in Malaysia market.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to improve productivity and reduce assembly defects.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Engineering
  • Production
  • After-Sales
  • Procurement
  • King Long overseas factory
• Act as technical liaison between factory and local assembly teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electromechanical / Mechanical / Automotive Engineering.
• 4–6 years experience in automotive assembly, commercial vehicle or bus manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle assembly processes and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
• Experience in handling KD kits or CKD operations is an added advantage.
• Good coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Able to travel locally and overseas if required.