Industrial Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. in Malaysia seeks an Industrial Engineer to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing, focusing on process optimization, standardization, and waste reduction.

You will support layout improvements, automation readiness, and data-driven decision making for quality, cost, and delivery gains. The role requires a Bachelor in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering and at least 1 year in semiconductor or manufacturing settings, with strong analytical skills and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year in semiconductor or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, productivity improvement, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive improvement initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead productivity and continuous improvement projects to eliminate waste, optimize resource utilization, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and implement workstation, storage, and material flow improvements to maximize space utilization and production flow.
• Drive job simplification, process standardization, poka-yoke implementation, and automation opportunities to enhance operational performance.
• Prepare data analysis, improvement proposals, and management reports to support decision-making and business objectives.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing productivity, efficiency, and operational excellence. Lead industrial engineering activities focused on process optimization, support layout improvement, waste reduction, automation readiness, and standardization to improve quality, cost, delivery, and overall factory performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead productivity and continuous improvement projects to eliminate waste, optimize resource utilization, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and implement workstation, storage, and material flow improvements to maximize space utilization and production flow.
• Drive job simplification, process standardization, poka-yoke implementation, and automation opportunities to enhance operational performance.
• Prepare data analysis, improvement proposals, and management reports to support decision-making and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 1 years of experience in semiconductor or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, productivity improvement, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive improvement initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Good to Have

• Experience in factory automation, material handling systems, or smart manufacturing initiatives.
• Knowledge of OEE analysis, time study, motion study, line balancing, and value stream mapping.
• Familiarity with Poka-Yoke, 5S, Kaizen, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects.

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement .