Process Engineer (AI & Computer Vision Engineer)

SanDisk; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SanDisk, based in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Process Engineer specialized in AI and Computer Vision to advance intelligent defect analysis on the production line. The role involves building CV models for real-time quality checks and deploying ML solutions that improve containment and efficiency on the factory floor.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with CV, AI, Python, and RPA tools, and will work on-site at the Penang SDSM Office in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Computer Science, IT, AI or related field.
• Experience with CV (Computer Vision) and AI.
• Basic programming/scripting (Python, VBA, C#).
• Strong process analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop CV-driven defect detection models for real-time inspection.
• Architect an automated QDN lot containment system triggered by AI anomalies.
• Design live commonality analysis to pinpoint root causes of defects across equipment and batches.
• Build end-to-end data pipelines connecting sensors to MES for instant decision-making.
• Manage deployment, monitoring and retraining of ML models in production.

Skills

AI/ML

Computer vision

Python

SQL

RPA tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

UiPath

Power Automate

Job description

General Information

Job Name

Process Engineer (AI & Computer Vision Engineer)

Country/Region

Malaysia

State

Pulau Pinang (Penang)

City

Batu Kawan

Work Location

Penang SDSM Office

Work Mode

Employees work on-site

Exemption Status

Exempt

Business Function

Process Engineering

Employment Type

Full-time

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Intelligent Defect Analysis & Containment

• CV-Driven Inspection: Develop and maintain Computer Vision models for real-time automated defect recognition on the production line.

• QDN Automation: Architect an automated QDN Lot Containment system that triggers immediate holds or re-routing of suspected sub-standard lots based on AI-detected anomalies.

• Real-Time Commonality Analysis: Design systems that perform live commonality analysis across multiple equipment sets and batches to pinpoint root causes of defects as they occur.

2. System Integration & Optimization

• End-to-End Automation: Build seamless data pipelines that connect equipment-level sensors to factory MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) for instantaneous decision-making.

• MLOps Lifecycle: Manage the deployment, monitoring, and retraining of ML models to ensure high accuracy and low false-positive rates in a live production environment.

• Dashboarding & Reporting: Create real-time visibility tools for engineering teams to monitor lot status and containment efficiency.

Qualifications

Required:

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Computer Science, IT, AI or related field

• Experience with RPA tools (UiPath, Power Automate, etc.), CV (Computer Vision) and AI.

• Basic programming/scripting (Python, VBA, C#)

• Strong process analysis and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

• Experience in manufacturing or operations environment

• Knowledge of system integration

• Experience in semiconductor packaging manufacturing.

• AI/ML Expertise: Proven experience in building and deploying Machine Learning models for classification and anomaly detection.

• Computer Vision: Strong proficiency in image processing libraries and deep learning frameworks for visual inspection.

• Programming Mastery: High level of competence in Python (for AI/ML) and SQL (for data extraction/analysis).

• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with QDN processes, lot tracking, and semiconductor/electronics manufacturing flows is highly preferred.

Skills:

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced project environment.

Notice to Candidates

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.