Graduate Trainee - Test Lab

VAT GROUP; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

VAT GROUP in Batu Kawan, Malaysia, is seeking a Graduate Trainee for its Test Lab. This position focuses on technical and operational project aspects related to high-performance vacuum technology. Fresh graduates with relevant university project experience are welcome to apply.

The role will involve close collaboration with teams from both Malaysia and Switzerland to drive the development of innovative solutions. Candidates with a Master's or PhD in Mechanical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply for a technical role.
• Involved in projects related to motors and sensors.
• Basic understanding of vacuum technology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with experts in Smart Valve development.
• Own mini projects understanding components capacity.
• Document all test records and updates.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Communication skills

Knowledge of vacuum technology

Software development

Data analytics

Education

Master's/PhD in Mechanical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

Beckhoff PLC

TwinCAT

LabView

Python

Diadem

Matlab

Job description

Location: Batu Kawan, MY

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide. The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

General Summary

The Graduate Trainee of Test Lab will work in specific requested project aligning with future products of VAT. This role requires both technical and operational aspects of the assigned project including design of experiments, hardware/software setup, technical analysis and communication to internal and external parties. Fresh graduates with university projects related to vacuum and mechanical/electronic/mechatronic experience is encouraged to apply.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

• Work together with groups of subject matter experts from Malaysia and Switzerland in exploring phases of Smart Valve development.
• Proactively involve and contribute to design phase, evaluation, and qualification while delivering high commitment in technical discussions, test setups and data analysis.
• Responsibly owns mini projects by understanding components capacity, progress situation, challenge & opportunity.
• Documents all test records and keep update when development change applies.
• Presenting project ideas and development progress/results to supervisors and stakeholders with final presentation involving higher management.
• Other daily tasks assigned by the management.

Minimum Qualification

• Master's / Phd in Mechanical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering or relevant degree with minimum CGPA of 3.40.
• Involved in university projects relevant to motors and sensors.
• Basics understanding of vacuum in semiconductor technology.

Preferred Qualification

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering.
• Lead university projects relevant to motors and sensors. Able to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to develop advanced system of new products.
• Impactful knowledge of motors, sensors and other relevant components with quick ideas to overcome challenges.
• Experienced in software development (Beckhoff PLC, TwinCAT, LabView) and data analytics (Phyton, Diadem, Matlab) is an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skill (8D, lean six sigma) and developing test such as DOE.
• Experienced in process control (SPC, FMEA).
• Extended knowledge of vacuum in semiconductor processes.
• Team players with open communication, global mindset, customer-oriented and proactive approach.
• Results-oriented and always hunger for success.
• Strong time management and planning skills with ability to manage multiple tasks of tight deadlines.
• Excellent presentation and documentation of technical data with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Well-verse of written & verbal communication in English.

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.