Module Equipment Technician (Preventive Maintenance, Contract)

Intel; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intel in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a contract-based maintenance engineer for production equipment. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of tool performance in a manufacturing environment.

On-site, shift 1, with potential for contract extension or conversion depending on business needs. The successful candidate will perform PM activities, coordinate with suppliers, monitor data, support engineering experiments, and ensure compliance with PM

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in a technical field with hands-on maintenance exposure.
• Experience preferred in equipment maintenance or manufacturing environments.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply and will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Execute PM routines: inspection, cleaning, lubrication, calibration, wear part replacement.
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical issues in production equipment.
• Dismantle, adjust, repair, and reinstall equipment per plans and manuals.
• Set up and calibrate production equipment; coordinate with suppliers for service.
• Monitor data to improve tool performance and address issues.
• Create PM reports and update maintenance procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering on experiments and configuration changes.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics

Electronics

Tools

Assembly and Finish equipment

Maintenance procedures

Job description

Job Details

Job Description:

• Performs preventive maintenance activities on equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Executes scheduled PM routines including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, calibration, and replacement of wear parts.
• Performs electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Dismantles, adjusts, repairs, and installs/assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, and rough sketches or drawings.
• Performs setup, calibration, and preventative maintenance on production equipment, and coordinates with supplier for service and repairs when needed.
• Monitors and analyses all related data to improve and maintain tool performance and address all tool/module related issues.
• Creates PM reports, system failure logs, updates existing PM specs, and creates new maintenance procedures that support overall equipment maintenance and performance.
• Works with Engineering to execute experiments and equipment configuration changes, supports data collection activities, and generally completes tasks per published PM procedures.
• Supports Engineering with equipment troubleshooting through data analysis and controlled experimentation that will meet or improve equipment availability and performance targets, preventing future excursions.
• During factory ramps, works with engineering and construction teams to ensure tools are installed and/or converted per designs and PM readiness is established.
• Ensures PM compliance rate is maintained and escalates overdue or critical PM tasks to the relevant engineering team.
• This role offers a one-year contract with the opportunity for an additional one-year extension. There is also potential for conversion to a permanent position, subject to business needs and strong candidate performance.
• Work location is in Penang.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

Education

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electronics, or related technical field

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of relevant technical experience in equipment maintenance or manufacturing environment preferred
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
• Work in normal shift
• Able to stand long during working hours
• Able to support OT or 12 hour day shift when needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment servicing in Assembly and Finish environment
• Familiarity with PM schedules, technical documentation, and maintenance procedures
• Experience with Assembly and Finish equipment is an advantage

Other Requirements

• Strong technical aptitude and preventive maintenance mindset
• Ability to work with precision instruments and Assembly and Test equipment
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electronic, or mechatronic systems
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and PM methodologies
• Attention to detail and commitment to PM quality and compliance standards

Job Type

Intel Contract Employee

Shift

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location

Malaysia, Penang

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on‑site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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