Lead Engineer, Electrical and Firmware (MedTech Catapult)

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Pasir Panjang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MedTech company in Malaysia is seeking a Lead Engineer to lead the design and development of hardware and firmware solutions for innovative medical devices. Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in embedded systems, with strong skills in embedded firmware development and PCB design. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to achieve optimal product designs. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 8-10 years of relevant experience in embedded systems, electronic design, or hardware-software integration.
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of relevant medical device standards is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of integrated hardware and firmware solutions.
• Conduct system integration, testing, debugging, and validation.
• Engage with external partners and suppliers for project specifications.

Skills

Embedded firmware development

PCB design

Control systems

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science

Tools

C/C++

Python

Microcontrollers

Job description

MedTech Catapult is a national initiative for accelerating the development of high-value MedTech projects through an in-house product engineering unit. This productization unit is responsible for supporting the development of technologies through the medical device development cycle to produce full-fledged hardware product systems. The Lead Engineer will report to the Lead, Product Engineering.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of integrated hardware and firmware solutions for innovative medical devices.
• Drive embedded system architecture, firmware development, and electronics design to meet product requirements.
• Develop control systems, PCBs, and embedded software to support both prototype and production phases.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve optimized, manufacturable product designs.
• Conduct system integration, testing, debugging, and validation of hardware and software components.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities (e.g., IEC, ISO standards).
• Support the development of intellectual property in device design and technology know-how.
• Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation in line with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 13485).
• Engage with external partners, vendors, and suppliers as needed to define specifications and ensure project success.
• Support other engineering or product development activities as required.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant experience in embedded systems, electronic design, or hardware-software integration.
• Strong knowledge of embedded firmware development (e.g., C/C++, Python, or similar languages).
• Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, and component selection (both digital and analogue).
• Familiarity with microcontrollers, processors (e.g., ARM), sensors, control systems, and communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, Ethernet, USB, Bluetooth, WiFi).
• Understanding of electronics manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of relevant medical device standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 60601-1, IEC 62304) is an advantage.
• Experience with system integration, testing, and debugging.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.