Carbon Material & Process Engineer

Safran Landing Systems; Seremban; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace engineering company in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia is seeking an experienced engineer responsible for enhancing textile manufacturing processes. You will oversee production support, ensure compliance with industry standards, and lead improvement projects. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in material science and engineering processes. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in related technical field.
• Strong knowledge in material science and chemical engineering.
• Experience with textile materials and related machinery preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve textile manufacturing processes.
• Monitor production processes and identify inefficiencies.
• Ensure processes meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with data engineers to analyze production data.
• Lead and support process improvement projects.

Skills

Material science

Chemical engineering

Problem solving

Communication skills

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Product Development & Process Improvement:
   • a. Develop & improve Textile manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, yield and product quality.
   • b. Conduct process simulation, feasibility studies & risk assessment.
   • c. Implement lean manufacturing methodologies to eliminate waste and reduce variability.
   • d. Recommend and implement changes to materials and processes based on results of experimental evaluations.
2. Production Support & Troubleshooting:
   • a. Create and maintain clear manufacturing process sequence and technique documents for compliance, ease and efficiency of manufacturing.
   • b. Monitor production processes and identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
   • c. Investigate and resolve process-related issue including root cause analysis and participate material review board (MRB).
   • d. Lead support and training of Safran Landing Systems manufacturing personnel and maintenance team for new process and equipment.
   • e. Collaborate with maintenance and manufacturing team regarding respective textile equipment and its auxiliaries, including routine operation, emergency procedures and safety considerations.
   • f. Provide technical support and guidance to the team and Operations/Maintenance, including establishment of SOPs, WIs and Special Manufacturing Request updates.
3. Quality and compliance:
   • a. Ensure processes meet industry standard and regulatory requirements (Aviation Regulation, EN9100, OSHA etc).
   • b. Lead and implement the processes changes accordingly to technical definition changes.
   • c. Lead and perform the process and equipment qualification and validation accordingly to Safran Landing Systems process and procedures including perform First Article Inspection (FAI).
   • d. Develop and maintain documentation (standard operating procedure (SOPs), work instruction, SMR, DVI, PFMEA etc.)
4. Data analysis & reporting:
   • a. Collaborate with data engineer to collect and analyze production data to identify trends and improvements opportunities.
   • b. Prepare reports on process performance, KPIs and project outcomes.
   • c. Utilize statistical tools for process control and optimization.
5. Project Management:
   • a. Lead and support process improvement projects from conception to implementation.
   • b. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, supply chain, quality) to ensure project success.
   • c. Manage budget, timelines and resources for engineering projects.
   • d. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, equipment and automation solutions.
   • e. Stay updated on industry trends and best practises in process engineering.
6. General:
   • a. Comply with the Group’s Ethics and Business Code of Conducts, 5S and Safety policies and all applicable customer standards.
   • b. Adhere and actively participate in occupational Safety, Health and Environmental policies, Energy policies procedures and activities such as I-See I-Act, GPI, low carbon initiative etc.
   • c. Adhere and comply with Business Ethics, Anti-Corruption, Flight Safety Management System, and others relevant policies, procedures and activities.
   • d. Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent applicable experience required. Related technical field preferred. Masters degree would be a plus.
• 2. Minimum 3 years working experience in related technical field, such as Wafers Manufacturing Industry, Composite, Carbon or its equivalent.
• 3. Strong knowledge in material science, and chemical engineering.
• 4. Experience and knowledge in Textile materials, machineries or equipments, like needle loom, cross lapper, carbon fibers would be a plus.
• 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills of English language.
• 6. Able to read technical material, technical drawing, PFDs and P&IDs, develop analysis and make recommendations.
• 7. “Hands on” approach to problem solving and troubleshooting.
• 8. Good computer skills especially with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point, Experience with DCS, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Minitab, Power BI…etc
• 9. Experience in Aerospace industry will be an advantage.