Material Compliance Engineer

Sanmina-SCI Systems (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Technoplex Penang); Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina-SCI Systems (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Technoplex Penang) seeks a Compliance Engineer to drive substance governance and material compliance across global directives, including RoHS, REACH, and TSCA.

You will interpret FMDs/SDS, manage data in PLM and databases, and collaborate with OEMs and suppliers to defend compliant postures. The role requires a 3+ year track record in EMS environments, strong consulting style, and excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field is required.
• Minimum 3 years in material compliance in a Tier-1 EMS environment preferred.
• Fluency in interpreting FMDs and SDS.
• Strong communication with OEMs and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Interpret FMDs and SDS to ensure compliance with global directives.
• Lead governance of substance data for supplier materials.
• Collaborate with procurement and engineering for compliant design.
• Provide executive-level compliance posture to client executives.

Skills

Material compliance

FMD interpretation

SDS interpretation

PLM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Law, or related technical field

Tools

PLM software

Component databases

Compliance aggregation suites

Job description

Substance Governance & FMD Auditing: Audit components down to the homogenous material layer to enforce strict thresholds.

Global Chemical Compliance: Drive proactive data collection, enforce compliance and manage supply chain data for core and emerging directives including but not limited to RoHS, REACH, POPs, CA Prop 65, and TSCA, PFAS, Ozone Depleting Substances, the Minamata Convention (Mercury), and Biocides.

Regional Mandates & ESG ESG/Circular Economy: Execute granular tracking for France Decree (Precious Metals & Rare Earths) and ensure alignment with EU Taxonomy/ESRS E2-5 for "Substances of Concern". Validate metallurgy against niche jurisdictions including Swiss ORRChem, SASO/Saudi RoHS, and France's Dangerous Substances List.

Responsible Sourcing & Packaging: Govern Conflict and Extended Minerals Declarations (CMRT/EMRT) via the RMI. Align product safety and packaging data with the CLP Regulation and EU Packaging Waste Directive (94/62/EC / PPWR).

Qualifications & Professional Competencies

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Law, or a strictly related technical domain.

Experience: 3+ years of dedicated professional experience in Material Compliance. Direct experience within a Tier-1 EMS environment is strongly preferred.

Technical Expertise: Complete fluency in interpreting Full Material Disclosures (FMDs), safety data sheets (SDS), and complex electronic component specifications.

System & Tool Proficiency: Expert use of PLM systems, component databases, and compliance aggregation suites

Executive Communication: Exceptional consulting skills with the ability to push back on OEM design selections, negotiate with global suppliers, and confidently defend compliance postures to client executives.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Compliance Engineer?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

Sanmina Corporation is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe that diversity is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

More information regarding the company is available at http: www.sanmina.com.

Sanmina Corporation is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we believe that diversity is critical to our success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

More information regarding the company is available at http: www.sanmina.com.