Associate Engineer Process Engineering

GlobalFoundries; Penang; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor foundry in Malaysia seeks a Process Associate Engineer for a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for fresh graduates with a diploma in relevant engineering fields who are eager to learn and work in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include sustaining processes, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating on process improvements. The role involves 12-hour rotating shifts and offers structured training and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recent diploma graduate in relevant engineering field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform process sustaining tasks on 12-hour shifts.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues.
• Monitor and analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
• Assist in data collection for process and equipment faults.
• Collaborate on process qualifications and improvement projects.
• Execute and maintain compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Flexibility for overtime

Education

Diploma in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Title: Associate Engineer (AE) Process Engineering – New College Graduate (Diploma Graduate)

About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com

Introduction

As Process Associate Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic manufacturing environment, supporting process stability, equipment performance, and continuous improvement across various modules and fabs. You will undergo structured on-the-job training and mentorship to build foundational skills in semiconductor manufacturing, data analysis, and problem-solving.

Your Job

• Perform process sustaining tasks on 12-hours shifts (morning & night) such as holding lots dispositions, shift pass-down, alarm recovery, tool set-up data review, SPC/FDC/YDD out-of-control inhibits and checking, data analysis and compilation, and tasks claim as assigned by supervisors.
• Troubleshoot process related issues. Act as a first line of defense in the module and in responding to process, equipment and measurement abnormality and deviations.
• Monitor and analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts using SPACE and other tools; respond to process deviations and follow corrective action systems (CAS). Perform tasks according to out-of-control OCAP, Corrective Action System (CAS) with mindset of quality come-first.
• Assist in lot disposition and data collection for process and equipment faults; ensure accurate documentation and pass down.
• Collaborate with Engineers and Specialists on process qualifications, experiments (e.g., R&R runs, DOE), and improvement projects.
• Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.
• Contribute to scrap reduction initiatives and uphold high standards of operational discipline.
• Ensure safety, discipline, and housekeeping compliance in work area by all personnel.
• Comply with environmental, health, safety and security (EHSS) system, policies, procedures and guidelines that are applicable to your scope of work and workplace.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Microelectronics, Chemical Process Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or any other relevant engineering discipline.
• Fresh graduate
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work on rotating shifts.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing setting.

Other Essential Attributes

• Perform 12-hours rotating shift
• Team Player
• Good ownership and accountability
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible and able to support overtime

Development Opportunities

• Structured training and mentorship from experienced associate engineers and engineers.
• Exposure to cross-functional teams.
• Opportunities to participate in innovative and improvement projects.

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GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

To ensure that we maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our GlobalFoundries employees, please note that offered candidates who have applied for jobs in India will have to be fully vaccinated prior to their targeted start date. For new hires, the appointment is contingent upon the provision of a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination document, subject to any written request for medical or religious accommodation.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia