Global Engineering Director

Techman Electronics; Remote; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company based in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Global Engineering Director to lead the implementation of a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across multiple sites in Asia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SMT and FATP processes for SSD products and a strong background in leading global engineering teams. Responsibilities include defining MES requirements, ensuring process standardization, and driving productivity improvements. Excellent leadership and project management skills are essential for success in this role, which may require frequent travel across Asia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in SMT and FATP processes for SSD or similar storage products.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin or Thai is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of a new MES system across multiple sites.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and quality teams to define MES requirements.
• Drive user training, change management, and post-deployment optimization.
• Establish and enforce global engineering standards.
• Promote best practices in automation and process control.

Skills

Leadership

SMT processes

FATP processes

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

The Global Engineering Director will lead the implementation of a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across multiple manufacturing sites in China, Thailand, and Taiwan. This role is responsible for driving process and equipment standardization globally, ensuring consistent performance, quality, and efficiency across all sites.

The ideal candidate must have strong technical expertise in SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and FATP (Final Assembly, Test, and Pack) processes for SSD (Solid State Drive) products, combined with proven leadership in managing global engineering teams and cross-site projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of a new MES system across China, Thailand, and Taiwan sites.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and quality teams to define MES requirements, architecture, and integration with existing systems (ERP, SFC, etc.).
• Develop and manage project timelines, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.
• Ensure smooth migration from legacy systems with minimal disruption to production.
• Drive user training, change management, and post-deployment optimization.
• Establish and enforce global engineering standards for SMT and FATP processes.
• Lead initiatives to harmonize process parameters, equipment selection, and line configuration across sites.
• Work closely with local engineering teams to identify and close gaps in process capability and equipment performance.
• Promote best practices in automation, process control, and yield improvement.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing global engineering team across multiple countries.
• Foster collaboration, communication, and knowledge sharing between regional teams.
• Serve as the technical authority and decision-maker for process, equipment, and system‑related matters.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and ensure alignment with global manufacturing standards.
• Drive productivity, quality, and cost improvement initiatives through data‑driven engineering.
• Introduce advanced manufacturing concepts such as Smart Factory, IoT, and automation.
• Partner with R&D and Operations to support scalability and manufacturability improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in SMT and FATP processes for SSD or similar storage products.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong project management and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin or Thai is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently across Asia.