Principal Electrical Engineer

nexperia; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexperia is seeking an Electronics Engineer to design and develop electrical assemblies for industrial manufacturing equipment. You will lead development activities, estimate time and cost, and work with customers to define requirements and feasibility.

You will manage design specifications and provide support for field service and troubleshooting across ITEC Malaysia facilities. A strong background in PLM tools, CAD, and quality methods is essential, with English proficiency and willingness to

Qualifications

• University graduate with MSc or BSc in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in semiconductor/electronics/industrial machinery sectors.
• Proficient with PLM software (Teamcenter) and CAD tools (AutoCAD/Altium).
• Knowledge of quality methods (DFM, FMEA, Six Sigma, 8D, Poka-Yoke).
• Familiar with ISO/IATF/SEMI/IEC/CE/UL/OHSAS/EMC/ESD standards.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and teamwork, English communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical assemblies for industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Lead development activities, estimate time and cost, and conduct pre-studies.
• Collaborate with customers to define requirements and assess feasibility.
• Create models, prototypes, tests, and issue release documentation.
• Support field service with troubleshooting and optimization initiatives.
• Manage electrical design specifications across ITEC Malaysia plants.

Skills

Electrical design

Teamcenter PLM

AutoCAD

Altium Designer

Arduino/SPICE/C++

DFM/FMEA

Six Sigma/8D

Quality standards ISO/IATF/SEMI/IEC/UL

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

MSc/BSc in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

AutoCAD

Altium Designer

Arduino/SPICE/C++

Job description

Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. We form a global network of talent, with passion and performance, perseverance and professionalism. Join TeamNexperia and become part of a leading company that supports, rewards and challenges you equally, in a dynamic environment, working for world-class results. Talk to us today and learn your true capabilities in an energetic company where you will develop and thrive, the Efficiency Company – Nexperia.

What you will do

• Responsible for the design and development of electrical assemblies of industrial manufacturing equipment, as well as its control system
• Develop solutions to improve equipment performance and resolve structural issues
• Work closely with customers defining requirements and study the feasibility
• Lead electrical development activities, and estimate the time required and the cost involved
• Conduct pre-studies (calculations, modeling, experiments, measurements) and risk assessments to verify concepts and adjust the global design if necessary
• Work in a technical team to execute development activities to meet system performance requirements, including designing, functional modelling, prototyping, testing and release
• Execute design activities to meet system/unit performance requirements
• Manage electrical design specifications and related documents
• Support customers & field service engineers on equipment optimization, problem-solving and troubleshooting activities
• Conduct component, module & system failure analysis & implement corrective actions on customer complaints
• Manage electrical engineering processes in ITEC Malaysia production facilities

What you will need

• University graduate MSc/BSc in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• Experience in Semiconductors/Electronics/RFID/LED industrial machinery industry
• Solid experience in PDM/PLM software, preferably with Teamcenter
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Altium Designer, knowledge of Arduino/SPICE/C++ a plus
• High level knowledge in DFM, FMEA, Six Sigma, 8D and Poka-Yoke methods
• Knowledge on related quality and safety standards like ISO, IATF, SEMI, IEC, CE, UL, OHSAS, EMC, ESD
• Experience in component engineering for cost reduction and end-of-life replacement
• Possess excellent technical troubleshooting, decision-making and creative-thinking skills
• Good interpersonal skills and able to deliver results through determination and teamwork
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Flexibility to travel overseas and to HK and Netherlands

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D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.

In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.