Manufacturing Engineer

MKS Instruments; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support laser drilling applications and drive production readiness. You will optimize processes, develop jigs and fixtures, and ensure accurate work instructions while collaborating with design and regional teams.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong CAD/SPC skills, and 3+ years in manufacturing engineering with laser/machining experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably with laser machining or precision processes.
• Strong knowledge of jig/fixture design, process validation and lean manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience supporting production teams and resolving technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing readiness for new product introductions.
• Collaborate with Singapore Manufacturing Engineering and design teams to ensure smooth transfer into production.
• Develop and validate robust manufacturing processes for laser drilling applications.
• Ensure work instructions are in place and accurate for production use.
• Design and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Analyze workflows and implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce cycle time and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production lines.
• Provide technical guidance to production technicians to resolve issues quickly.
• Troubleshoot and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure production schedules and customer ship dates are consistently met.
• Support qualification of OEM End-of-Life (EOL) parts and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Develop qualification plans, execute testing, and document results.
• Partner with supply chain and quality teams to manage part transitions effectively.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD software

SPC

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Manufacturing Engineer in MKS, you will be supporting complex laser drilling applications. This role is critical in driving Support transfers Product, continue optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring seamless production support. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with hands‑on problem‑solving skills to deliver high‑quality results that meet customer commitments.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Lead manufacturing readiness for new product introductions.
• Collaborate with Singapore Manufacturing Engineering and design teams to ensure smooth transfer into production.
• Develop and validate robust manufacturing processes for laser drilling applications.
• Ensure work instructions are in place and accurate for production use.
• Design and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Analyze workflows and implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce cycle time and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production lines.
• Provide technical guidance to production technicians to resolve issues quickly.
• Troubleshoot and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Ensure production schedules and customer ship dates are consistently met.
• Support qualification of OEM End-of-Life (EOL) parts and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Develop qualification plans, execute testing, and document results.
• Partner with supply chain and quality teams to manage part transitions effectively.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably with laser machining or precision processes.
• Strong knowledge of jig/fixture design, process validation and lean manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience supporting production teams and resolving technical issues.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with laser drilling or micro‑machining applications.
• Familiarity with NPI transfer processes in a high‑tech manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of OEM part qualification and lifecycle management.
• Proficiency in CAD software and statistical process control (SPC).

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