Factory Automation Engineer

onsemi; Seremban; On-site; MYR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

onsemi in ISMF in Malaysia seeks a Factory Automation Engineer to design, develop, and integrate automation solutions for manufacturing processes, including robotics, vision systems, and AI/ML in production IoT ecosystems.

You will lead end-to-end projects, drive improvements in OEE, quality, and productivity, and work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with semiconductor cleanroom, ESH standards, and responsible cost management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or equivalent.
• 2–5 years hands-on experience in automation projects; project management experience a plus.
• Strong design skills (mechanical/electrical, CAD) or programming (PLC/C#).
• Lean Manufacturing and product/process development experience a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; fluent English; able to communicate complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and integrate hardware and software solutions to enhance operational efficiency through improvements in OEE, quality, and productivity.
• Implement and deploy automation technologies, including robotics, automated vision systems, material-handling robots, and AI/ML software, into production IoT ecosystems.
• Upgrade and enhance existing tools and systems to meet stakeholder requirements.
• Lead end-to-end project execution and manage costs in line with budgets.
• Maintain up-to-date project specifications and documentation with revision history.

Skills

Project management

Automation engineering

CAD tools

PLC programming

C# programming

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Job Description

onsemi in ISMF is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and results-driven Factory Automation Engineering professional to become part of our operations team. We are looking for a qualified Factory Automation Engineer who designs, develops, modifies and integrates computer-controlled electronic and mechanical systems for the automation of industrial tasks and enhancement of manufacturing, processing or production equipment. Applies advanced electronic control systems, designs and assists in the manufacture of consumer products and in the development of new electro-mechanical concepts for new product lines. Responsible for assembling components, preparing test plans and supporting testing and validation of products.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and integrate hardware and software solutions to enhance operational efficiency through improvements in OEE, quality, and overall productivity.
• Implement and deploy automation technologies, including robotics, automated vision systems, material-handling robots, and AI/Machine Learning software, into production IoT ecosystems.
• Upgrade and enhance existing tools and systems to achieve objectives and meet requirements established by both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the development of new integrated or stand-alone equipment, leveraging the latest technologies while ensuring compliance with semiconductors, cleanroom, and ESH standards.
• Lead and manage end to end project execution, ensuring milestones are achieved. Maintain rigorous control over project costs in alignment with initial budgets.
• Maintain up to date project specifications and documentation, including revision history and requirement traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review concepts and design proposals from internal teams and external vendors to ensure technical quality and manufacturability. Serve as the key point of contact for design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and cross functional technical discussions.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on experience in automation projects. Project management experience is an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical or electrical design (including CAD tools) or software programming (such as PLC or C#).
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Product/Process Development is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with internal and external customers.
• Strong command of English and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and appropriately for different audiences.
• Strong planning, organizational, and multitasking abilities. Self driven, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  
  

About Us

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

More details about our company benefits can be found here:

https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

About The Team

We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.