Experimentation Engineer

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor Sdn Bhd; Sungai Buloh; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor Sdn Bhd in Malaysia seeks an entry to mid-level engineer to support regulatory compliance and homologation processes for motorcycles. The role involves test planning, execution and data interpretation, with collaboration across design, project management and quality teams to ensure product readiness.

You will conduct functional, performance and environmental tests, prepare detailed reports, and assist in improving testing methods and equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or related field.
• 1–2+ years in automotive testing, validation or QA.
• Hands-on with motorcycle automotive systems.
• Strong interest in motorcycles and knowledge of vehicle regulation.

Responsibilities

• Study regulatory requirements for MYS vehicle regulations and prepare homologation documents.
• Plan, execute and coordinate functional, performance, durability, and environmental tests.
• Analyze data, prepare reports, and present results to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with design, project management and QA teams throughout product development.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment and source new tools as needed.
• Support 5S, safety, Kaizen and other operational tasks as assigned.

Skills

Automotive testing

Quality assurance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Testing software

Job description

Study & understand regulation requirement & content about MYS vehicle regulations from related authoritiy (MOT, JPJ, DOE, MARii, MITI etc)

Develop and implement comprehensive homologation plan with development country for local activity

Make & prepare homologation documents for subsmission to related Approval Authority (JPJ, DOE, MARii etc)

Test Planning and Execution:

Conduct functional, performance, durability, and environmental testing on vehicle components and systems as per internal test protocol requirements.

Resources coordination with team members to ensure job’s progress & completion as targeted plan.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Oversee the collection, interpretation, and documentation of test data.

Analyse test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement.

Prepare detailed test reports, including findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.

Present test results to stakeholders and collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues & system improvement.

Collaboration and Support:

Work closely with design, project management, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration.

Provide technical support during the product development lifecycle, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Testing Equipment and Tools:

Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Identify and procure new testing tools and technologies to enhance testing capabilities align with headquarters requirement.

Any other assignment/task given Management from time to time to support on operation such as 5S activity, safety, kaizen, etc.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

1~2+ years of experience in automotive testing, validation, or quality assurance.

Hands-on experience with automotive systems especially for motorcycle.

Fresh graduate which has strong interest on motorcycle are welcome to apply too.

Possess good knowledge on automotive component & system technology especially related with motorcycle

Possess good knowledge on vehicle regulation especially related with motorcycle.

Proficiency in testing tools and software especially related with noise & brake test activity.

Proficient in handling hand tools (manual & power tool) & measuring instruments (vernier calliper, micrometer etc)

Proficient to read & interpret engineering drawing for assembly purpose.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills considering quality, cost & delivery aspect.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to optimise contribution & outcomes.

High initiative on process improvement and customer focused to meet the needs of internal/external stakeholders.

Posses valid driving license at least B2 & D class & good track record on riding experienced.

Fresh graduate which has strong interest on motorcycle are welcome to apply too.

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) is a member of the Hong Leong Group, a Malaysian conglomerate with diverse businesses interests in various countries globally. HLYM's humble beginnings started in 1978, when Hong Leong Industries Bhd and Yamaha Motor Co Ltd of Japan (YMC) signed the franchise agreement to venture into manufacturing, assembling and marketing of Yamaha motorcycles in Malaysia. It rolled out its first CKD Yamaha street model, RX100 at Shah Alam plant in 1979. The Yamaha motorcycles are principally for sale in the domestic market.

After merging its marketing and distribution arm into a single entity, HLYM relocated its factory in 1997 and occupies an area sprawling 35.6 ares in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The entire HLYM complex consists of a Main Office block, R & D centre and 4 factories engaged in press and welding of metal parts, spray painting, assembly operations, plastic injection moulding and a designated warehouse for distribution of CBU motorcycles.

HLYM continues to invest in new technologies and equipment to improve productivity and upgrade the skills of workers on the transfer of technology with the guidance and coaching of YMC engineers and consultants.

Today, HLYM is proud to be in the unique position of being the motorcycle manufacturer in Malaysia with triple certification of ISO 9002 (Quality Management System) from SIRIM, TPM Excellence Award from JIPM and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) from SGS Malaysia/SGS UK.

Hong Leong Yamaha Motor (HLYM) is a member of the Hong Leong Group, a Malaysian conglomerate with diverse businesses interests in various countries globally. HLYM's humble beginnings started in 1978, when Hong Leong Industries Bhd and Yamaha Motor Co Ltd of Japan (YMC) signed the franchise agreement to venture into manufacturing, assembling and marketing of Yamaha motorcycles in Malaysia. It rolled out its first CKD Yamaha street model, RX100 at Shah Alam plant in 1979. The Yamaha motorcycles are principally for sale in the domestic market.

After merging its marketing and distribution arm into a single entity, HLYM relocated its factory in 1997 and occupies an area sprawling 35.6 ares in Sungai Buloh, Selangor. The entire HLYM complex consists of a Main Office block, R & D centre and 4 factories engaged in press and welding of metal parts, spray painting, assembly operations, plastic injection moulding and a designated warehouse for distribution of CBU motorcycles.

HLYM continues to invest in new technologies and equipment to improve productivity and upgrade the skills of workers on the transfer of technology with the guidance and coaching of YMC engineers and consultants.

Today, HLYM is proud to be in the unique position of being the motorcycle manufacturer in Malaysia with triple certification of ISO 9002 (Quality Management System) from SIRIM, TPM Excellence Award from JIPM and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) from SGS Malaysia/SGS UK.