Mechanical Engineering Section Manager

Motorola Solutions; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Malaysia is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the mechanical engineering team through the full product development lifecycle. The role requires at least 10 years of experience in mechanical product design and development, with a minimum of 2-3 years in management. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and be proficient in various mechanical design tools and manufacturing processes. The position aims to foster a high-performing team and drive engineering excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in mechanical product design & development.
• Min 2-3 years in a management role.
• Proven track record in delivering complex products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering team through the product development lifecycle.
• Define project scope and establish realistic schedules.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Proficiency in mechanical design principles

Familiarity with manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (MSME or MBA)

Tools

Creo 3D modelling

Tolerance Analysis

GD&T

FEA

Statistical Analysis

8D Problem Solving

Job description

Lead the mechanical engineering team through the full product development lifecycle, managing all phases from initial concept & detail design through verification, validation & successful transition to mass production.

Partner with the Program Manager to define mechanical project scope, plan resources, establish realistic schedules, implement risk mitigation strategies & monitor critical milestones to ensure successful completion.

Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to achieve critical project goals in schedule, cost, safety, quality, reliability & robustness performance.

Engage with the Front End Architecture team to conduct high level conceptual feasibility study & technical maturation.

Spearhead rigorous design reviews to proactively mitigate & address technical risks prior to tool release approval.

Drive departmental initiatives for engineering excellence, continuous improvement & innovation by establishing & institutionalizing key design best practices, DFMEA, DFM & DFA.

Cultivate a high performing team by managing performance reviews, providing mentorship & driving strategic career growth & competency development.

Job Requirement:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. A Master degree (MSME or MBA) is a strong plus.

10 years of experience in mechanical product design & development, with min 2-3 years in management role.

Proven track record of leading a team to deliver complex products from concept to mass production.

Strong leadership, decisive, strategic thinking & communication skills.

Proficient in mechanical design principles & material science, familiar with manufacturing processes such as plastic injection molding, machining, sheet metal, die casting, ultrasonic, resistance, laser welding & SMT).

Competent in mechanical engineering software/tools such as Creo 3D modelling, Tolerance Analysis, GD&T, FEA, Statistical Analysis & 8D Problem Solving.