Engineering Manager (Machining)

Grand Venture Technology; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Seberang Perai is seeking an experienced engineering manager to oversee machining processes and lead a team of engineers. Responsibilities include managing new customer programs, optimizing workflows, and ensuring quality and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in CNC machining and team leadership. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to continuous improvement and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in CNC machining or precision manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role managing engineering teams.
• Strong expertise in CNC programming and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and documentation of machining processes.
• Manage engineering activities for new customer programs.
• Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers.

Skills

CNC programming

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma methodologies

Communication skills

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Oversee development, validation, and documentation of machining processes.

Lead technical reviews for RFQs and support cost estimations based on machining cycle times, tooling, setup, and process complexity.

Manage engineering activities for new customer programs, including feasibility analysis, DFM feedback, process planning, and First Article execution.

Set engineering priorities and allocate resources to support production, NPI projects, and customer requirements.

Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers, process engineers, and CNC programming specialists. Provide guidance to the team in troubleshooting complex machining issues and optimizing workflows.

Ensure machining processes are optimized for throughput, quality, tool life, and cost efficiency.

Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, improve cycle time, and enhance process capability through lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Minimum 7 years of experience in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or contract manufacturing environments.

Minimum 3 years of experience leading engineering teams or supervising technical personnel.

Strong expertise in CNC programming.

Experience with GD&T, complex tolerances, and machining of metals (aluminium, stainless steel etc.)

Proven success in process optimization, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement.

Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.