Mechanical Design & Industrialisation Engineer

Monroe Consulting Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group partners with a Kuala Lumpur-based organisation in the Engineering Design sector to hire a Mechanical Design & Industrialisation Engineer. The role focuses on developing mechanical solutions from concept to manufacturability and supporting the establishment of a local engineering team.

You will collaborate with regional teams and contract manufacturers to drive design for manufacturing and robust qualification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• 3-8 years of experience in mechanical design and/or industrialisation (NPI).
• Experience taking a design from concept through to manufacturable product.
• Experience with prototype testing / test plan execution (preferred).
• Experience liaising with contract manufacturers in Malaysia, China, or the wider region (preferred).
• ISO 13485 exposure (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and detailed engineering on development programs
• Contribute to industrialisation and DFM reviews ahead of transfer to manufacturing
• Support prototype build, test planning, and test execution alongside contract manufacturers
• Act as a local technical point of contact in Kuala Lumpur as the team grows
• Work closely with Singapore team on shared projects

Skills

Autonomy

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management exposure

Supplier coordination

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

DFM/ DFA

NPI

Prototype testing

Manufacturing transfer

ISO 13485 awareness

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group, an executive recruitment firm, is partnering with an organisation in the Engineering Design industry to hire a Mechanical Design & Industrialisation Engineer. This opportunity is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Position Overview

This role will support the development of innovative mechanical engineering solutions from concept through to industrialisation and manufacturing readiness. This role will also contribute directly to product development and operational excellence while helping establish and grow a new local engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and detailed engineering on development programs
• Contribute to industrialisation and DFM reviews ahead of transfer to manufacturing
• Support prototype build, test planning, and test execution alongside contract manufacturers
• Act as a local technical point of contact in Kuala Lumpur as the team grows
• Work closely with Singapore team on shared projects

Key Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
• 3-8 years of experience in mechanical design and/or industrialisation (NPI)
• Experience taking a design from concept through to manufacturable product
• Prior experience with prototype testing / test plan execution (preferred)
• Experience liaising with contract manufacturers in Malaysia, China, or the wider region (preferred)
• Optional exposure to medical device development (ISO 13485, design controls, regulatory awareness)

Technical / Functional Expertise

• Proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD software)
• Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles
• Mechanical design and detailed engineering expertise
• Industrialisation and New Product Introduction (NPI) knowledge
• Prototype build, test planning, and test execution experience
• Understanding of manufacturing transfer processes
• Awareness of regulatory and quality requirements for medical devices, including ISO 13485 (advantageous)
• Fluent English communication skills; Mandarin or Bahasa Malaysia would be advantageous for local supplier engagement

Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies

• Versatile and adaptable engineering approach with the ability to work across multiple disciplines
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work effectively with limited local support during the early growth phase
• Strong autonomy and initiative
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and regional teams
• Strong stakeholder management and supplier coordination skills
• Interest or prior exposure to project management alongside technical responsibilities
• Capability to serve as a local technical point of contact and contribute to a growing engineering function