Mechanical Engineer (> 2 years +)

NI (National Instruments); Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team in Malaysia. You will drive mechanical design for electronics packaging, perform robust analyses, and support manufacturing changes to ensure product reliability across lifecycles.

You will collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to resolve issues, document specifications, and qualify suppliers, while adapting in a dynamic environment to deliver customer‑ready hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of working experience in related field.
• Experience in mechanical design, ideally for electronics hardware or industrial products.
• Solid understanding of design fundamentals, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience analyzing technical issues, identifying root causes, and implementing durable solutions.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in English communication in a global engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical engineering activities for multiple released products, including root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing design improvements.
• Design, maintain, and enhance electronics packaging solutions such as enclosures, assemblies, internal components, and accessories.
• Perform tolerance, thermal, and structural analysis to support product robustness and long‑term reliability.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to resolve production, field, and supplier issues.
• Define, document, and maintain material and manufacturing specifications, supporting production changes and engineering change execution.
• Support supplier qualification activities, including material changes, alternate sourcing, and risk mitigation initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical design

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our R&D team. In this role, you will help ensure our hardware products remain reliable, manufacturable, and customer‑ready throughout their full lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to make a visible impact on product quality, customer experience, and continuous improvement.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Execute mechanical engineering activities for multiple released products, including root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and ongoing design improvements.
• Design, maintain, and enhance electronics packaging solutions such as enclosures, assemblies, internal components, and accessories.
• Perform tolerance, thermal, and structural analysis to support product robustness and long‑term reliability.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to resolve production, field, and supplier issues.
• Define, document, and maintain material and manufacturing specifications, supporting production changes and engineering change execution.
• Support supplier qualification activities, including material changes, alternate sourcing, and risk mitigation initiatives.

Who You Are:

You build trust by delivering on commitments and taking ownership of outcomes, even when challenges are complex or ambiguous. You approach problems with curiosity and a structured, data‑driven mindset, seeking to understand root causes rather than quick fixes. You collaborate openly across functions, valuing diverse perspectives and working constructively toward shared goals. You adapt quickly in a dynamic environment and continuously look for better ways to improve products, processes, and customer impact.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of working experience in related field
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical design, ideally within electronics hardware, industrial products, or sustaining engineering environments.
• Solid understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, materials, and common manufacturing processes.
• Experience analyzing technical issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective, sustainable solutions.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing, in a global engineering environment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience using CAD and CAE tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
• Hands‑on experience thermal testing, designing metal and plastic components and working with related manufacturing methods.
• Exposure to high‑mix, low‑volume products or sustaining engineering roles.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.