PCB Process Engineer: Yield & Process Innovation

Sanmina-SCI Systems (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Technoplex Penang); Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina-SCI Systems (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Technoplex Penang) is seeking an engineer to optimize PCBA processes and improve yields. You will apply Six Sigma, DFM, and failure analysis to advance manufacturing capabilities.

The role emphasizes new process development, fixture/automation enhancements, and smooth product introductions, with a focus on lean, data-driven problem solving in a busy EMS environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Manufacturing/ Industrial/ Mechanical/ Material Engineering with 2nd Class Upper or equivalent.
• Experience in Surface Mount Technology is advantageous.
• Knowledge in Material/ Metallurgy Failure Analysis (SEM, EDX etc) is advantageous.
• Knowledge in Statistical and Lean Six Sigma Methodology is advantageous.
• Knowledge in DFM with good understanding of PCB design guidelines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for PCBA process and yield improvement; drive process control, failure analysis and problem solving involving PCB assembly and soldering materials.
• Drive process and equipment technology improvements using Six Sigma methodology to identify critical parameters, analyze gaps and develop new processes/equipment.
• Support scrap and waste elimination initiatives; drive fault-proof solutions involving fixtures design and automation to reduce human dependency and streamline process flow.
• Support new product introduction and transfer; use DFM tools to assess new products and ensure manufacturing guidelines are met for flawless launches.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Six Sigma

Surface Mount Technology

Education

Manufacturing/ Industrial/ Mechanical/ Material Engineering (Bachelor/Master)

Tools

SEM

EDX

Job description

Sanmina-SCI Systems (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (Technoplex Penang) is seeking an engineer to optimize PCBA processes and improve yields. You will apply Six Sigma, DFM, and failure analysis to advance manufacturing capabilities.

The role emphasizes new process development, fixture/automation enhancements, and smooth product introductions, with a focus on lean, data-driven problem solving in a busy EMS environment.