Lead Process Engineer

Premium Sound Solutions America LLC; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Sound Solutions America LLC in Malaysia seeks a Lead Process Engineer to drive process excellence, automation, and new product introduction in automotive manufacturing. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop scalable manufacturing processes, and push for world-class performance.

You will guide NPI, process development, and factory transformation, ensuring IATF 16949 compliance, risk management, and ongoing CAPA implementation while mentoring engineering staff.

Qualifications

• Min Engineering Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Acoustical.
• 5-8 years in Process/Manufacturing/Automation engineering or related fields.
• Experience in automotive or high-volume environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI and process development for new products.
• Drive manufacturing transfer and process standardization.
• Develop and optimize automated and mixed production lines.
• Ensure IATF 16949 compliance and quality planning.
• Mentor engineers and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead cost, productivity, and quality improvements.

Skills

Process engineering

Automation

NPI

Project management

Leadership

SAP

Quality systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical / Industrial)

Tools

SAP

Visio

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Process Engineer to drive process excellence, automation, new product industrialization, and operational excellence within our automotive manufacturing operations.

This role will lead cross-functional collaboration with global engineering teams, manufacturing sites, suppliers, and project teams to successfully launch new products, develop advanced manufacturing processes, and achieve world-class operational performance. The successful candidate will also drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost reduction, productivity enhancement, quality improvement, and factory transformation, while supporting the deployment of automation and smart manufacturing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• New Product Introduction (NPI) & Process Development
• Collaborate with global process engineering teams, manufacturing sites, and suppliers to transition product designs into high-volume production.
• Lead process development and industrialization activities for new product introductions, process creation, and manufacturing transfer projects.
• Develop, standardize, and optimize manufacturing processes across manual, semi-automated, and fully automated production lines.
• Create and maintain Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, Control Plans, equipment specifications, jig lists, and manufacturing documentation.
• Manufacturing Process Excellence
• Establish and standardize process knowledge for various production line configurations, including cell lines, semi-automated lines, and fully automated lines.
• Develop, deploy, and sustain global manufacturing standards for critical processes.
• Track process performance and drive continuous process capability improvements.
• Lead automation deployment projects in collaboration with PCP and factory teams.
• Quality & Automotive Compliance
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements and customer-specific automotive standards.
• Lead process risk assessments and quality planning activities to ensure robust manufacturing processes.
• Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions to improve process capability and customer satisfaction.
• Technical Leadership & Capability Development
• Transfer technical know-how and troubleshooting expertise to manufacturing teams.
• Mentor and coach engineers, technicians, and production teams in process engineering best practices.
• Build process capability through technical training, knowledge sharing, and process standardization.

What do you bring to PSS?

• Academic / Professional Qualification: Min Engineering Degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Acoustical
• Working Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related fields, preferably in process and project management background.
• Experience in automotive, electro-acoustic, electronics, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in NPI, production ramp-up, process development, factory transformation, and manufacturing optimization
• Knowledge of problem-solving tools for crisis management
• Strong leadership and self-driving
• Able and willing to global communication
• Skill with project management, PMP is preferred
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to use SAP for related work.
• Able to use office software such as project and Viso
• Knowledge of design of process, machine, jig & fixture
• Have mindset of innovation, at same time to standardization
• Fluent in Mandarin and English is preferred.
• Willingness to work in Malaysia.
• Personal Attributes: Team player, clear and concise in communication, following up on details