Fixture Maintenance Engineer

Lam Research; Kulim; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Malaysia (Kulim) is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the maintenance and optimization of test fixtures and related tooling. You will develop preventive maintenance programs, maintain calibration records, and collaborate with production, logistics, and engineering teams to minimize downtime while improving efficiency.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, reading engineering drawings, and experience with CMMS and TPM.

Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience in CMMS to identify and implement fixture-specific maintenance strategies.
• Experience in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Proven stakeholder management skills with ability to influence internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for jigs and fixtures used for test processes.
• Maintain calibration and maintenance records, and fixture condition.
• Respond to fixture-related issues on the production floor.
• Diagnose and repair damaged or worn fixtures to minimize downtime.
• Track and manage inventory of jigs and fixtures.
• Coordinate with production, logistics and engineering teams to ensure fixture availability.
• Identify opportunities to improve fixture durability, ergonomics, and ease of maintenance.
• Maintain technical documentation including maintenance logs and usage history.
• Report recurring issues and propose long-term solutions.
• Develop Fixture Maintenance Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Train fixture technicians in fixture maintenance topics.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings/schematics

Teamwork

Stakeholder management

Flexible hours

Tools

CMMS

TPM

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

The Global Operations Group brings information systems, facilities, supply chain, logistics, and high-volume manufacturing together to drive the engine of our global business operations. We help Lam deliver industry-leading solutions with speed and efficiency, while actively supporting the resilient and profitable growth of Lam's business.

The impact you’ll make

Join Lam as a Manufacturing Engineer where you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the high-volume manufacturing production factory. Using your knowledge of technology and engineering principles you will oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations. You'll tackle technical, quality, and production challenges. Your expertise optimizing manufacturing costs and standards helps shape Lam's commitment to innovation and efficiency in manufacturing.

In this role, you will play a vital part in the success of manufacturing operations by helping teams achieve production targets, uphold high quality standards, and drive continuous improvement. Your contributions will be essential in enhancing manufacturing efficiency, ensuring product quality, and maintaining operational safety through the effective maintenance and optimization of jigs, fixtures, and related tooling assets for test area.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules for jigs and fixtures used for test processes.
• Maintain accurate records of calibration and maintenance activities, as well as fixture condition.
• Respond to fixture-related issues on the production floor.
• Diagnose and repair damaged or worn fixtures to minimize downtime.
• Track and manage inventory of jigs and fixtures.
• Coordinate with production, logistics and engineering teams to ensure fixture availability and readiness.
• Identify opportunities to improve fixture for durability, ergonomics, and ease of maintenance.
• Maintain technical documentation including maintenance logs and usage history.
• Report recurring issues and propose long-term solutions.
• Develop Fixture Maintenance Procedure and Work Instructions.
• Train fixture technicians in fixture maintenance related topics.

Who We’re Looking For

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Skilled troubleshooting capabilities and aptitude for hands‑on work in the areas of electrical, pneumatics and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to identify and implement fixture‑specific maintenance strategies.
• Experience in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
• Ability in reading engineering drawings and schematics.
• Ability work independently and in a team.
• Proven stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders or customers in technical matters.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Semiconductor equipment, Capital Equipment industry and its manufacturing processes.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Statistical analysis skills including statistical process control and data analysis used in production setting.
• Knowledge in Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA).
• Proven stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders or customers in technical matters.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.