Failure Analysis Technician (SPMS & Power Electronics)

MVC Resources; Seri Iskandar; Presencial; MYR 36.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MVC Resources is seeking a Debug Technician for its Seri Iskandar, Perak manufacturing site in Malaysia. You will perform hands-on PCBA debugging, troubleshoot power supplies, and repair non-conforming units across NPI and Mass Production stages on the shopfloor.

The role requires 2–3 years of PCBA debugging experience, strong schematic reading, and proficiency with oscilloscopes and diagnostic tools. Bahasa Malaysia and English communication skills are needed.

Formación

• University Degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 2–3 years of practical experience in PCBA debug, board repair, testing, or failure analysis in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on experience with PCBA component-level troubleshooting, schematic reading, and circuit tracing.

Responsabilidades

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair failed power supply units and PCBAs on the shopfloor.
• Analyze failures, document daily findings, and support root-cause investigations with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain debug equipment, test benches, and repair stations in line with safety and ESD standards.

Conocimientos

PCBA debugging

Schematic reading

Circuit tracing

Oscilloscope usage

Troubleshooting mindset

Educación

University Degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Herramientas

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Hi-pot testers

Diagnostic meters

Descripción del empleo

Bandar Seri Iskandar, Malaysia | Posted on 10/21/2026

Our client is a FTSE 250 Publicly-Listed Global Leader & Premier Manufacturer of Advanced Power Conversion Solutions . Delivering essential power supplies, converters, and power controllers to top-tier international customers across Healthcare, Industrial Technology, and Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment sectors, the company operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Seri Iskandar, Perak . To maintain zero-defect manufacturing standards and manage shopfloor work-in-progress (WIP), the engineering team is seeking a dedicated Debug Technician .

Position Overview

The Debug Technician is responsible for hands-on, board-level component troubleshooting, failure analysis, and repair of non-conforming power supply units and Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) . Operating across both New Product Introduction (NPI/NPD) and high-volume Mass Production stages, this role works directly on the shopfloor to diagnose circuit failures, minimize debug WIP inventory, log daily failure findings, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to drive root-cause resolutions .

Key Responsibilities

1. Shopfloor PCBA & Power Supply Troubleshooting

Perform component-level diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair on failed power supply units and PCBAs originating from production lines .

Troubleshoot complex product failures during NPI/NPD validation builds and ongoing Mass Production runs .

Utilize diagnostic meters, oscilloscopes, electronic loads, and test fixtures to isolate faulty components, solder bridges, or circuit trace defects .

2. Failure Analysis, Reporting & WIP Control

Analyze failure mechanisms, compile daily failure analysis findings, and document reports for engineering and quality teams .

Assist production leadership in maintaining minimal Debug Work-in-Progress (WIP) levels, actively tracking aging units to prevent shopfloor bottlenecks .

Document, track, and escalate recurring quality issues using 8D, 5-Why, or similar structured quality tools .

3. Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with R&D, Test Engineering, and Quality teams to close open technical issues and drive root-cause identification .

Recommend practical improvements to production testing setups, manufacturing methods, and handling SOPs to prevent repeat failures .

Maintain debug equipment, test benches, and repair station tools in compliance with plant safety and ESD standards .

Requirements

Education: University Degree or Technical Diploma/Certificate in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline .

Work Experience: Minimum 2 to 3 years of practical technical experience in PCBA debug, board repair, testing, or failure analysis within an electronics manufacturing environment .

Technical Skills & Tooling:

Demonstrated hands-on experience in PCBA component-level troubleshooting, schematic reading, and circuit tracing .

Proficiency in using electronic test and measurement equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power analyzers, hi-pot testers) .

Solid technical understanding of power supply topologies, switched-mode power supplies (SMPS), and electro-mechanical assemblies .

Problem-Solving & Work Approach:

Creative, logical, and detail-oriented approach to circuit defect diagnosis .

Strong organizational skills to manage complex, fast-paced production line workloads and tight turnaround deadlines .

Language & Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English .