Process Engineer - Carbon (12-month Contract)

Safran Landing Systems; Seremban; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, is seeking a Process Engineer for a 12-month contract. The role involves developing and improving carbon manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading process improvement projects. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge in material science and chemical engineering. Experience in the aerospace sector is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working experience in carbon manufacturing or similar.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Hands-on approach to troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve carbon manufacturing processes.
• Conduct process simulation and risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Material science knowledge

Chemical engineering expertise

Problem solving

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Minitab

Power BI

Data Mining

Job description

Process Engineer - Carbon (12-month Contract)

1. Process Development & Improvement

• Develop & improve carbon manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, yield and product quality.
• Conduct process simulation, feasibility studies & risk assessment.
• Implement lean manufacturing methodologies to eliminate waste and reduce variability.
• Recommend and implement changes to materials and processes based on results of experimental evaluations.

2. Production Support & Troubleshooting

• Create and maintain clear manufacturing process sequence and technique documents for compliance, ease and efficiency of manufacturing.
• Monitor production processes and identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Investigate and resolve process‑related issues including root cause analysis and participate in material review board (MRB).
• Lead support and training of Safran Landing Systems manufacturing personnel and maintenance team for new process and equipment.
• Collaborate with maintenance and manufacturing team regarding respective carbon manufacturing equipment and its auxiliaries, including routine operation, emergency procedures and safety considerations.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the team and Operations/Maintenance, including establishment of SOPs, WIs and Special Manufacturing Request updates.

3. Quality and Compliance

• Ensure processes meet industry standard and regulatory requirements (Aviation Regulation, EN9100, OSHA etc).
• Lead and implement the processes changes accordingly to technical definition changes.
• Lead and perform the process and equipment qualification and validation accordingly to Safran Landing Systems process and procedures including First Article Inspection (FAI).
• Develop and maintain documentation (standard operating procedure (SOPs), work instruction, SMR, PFMEA etc.).

4. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collaborate with data engineer to collect and analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports on process performance, KPIs and project outcomes.
• Utilize statistical tools for process control and optimization.

5. Project Management

• Lead and support process improvement projects from conception to implementation.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (R&D, supply chain, quality) to ensure project success.
• Manage budget, timelines and resources for engineering projects.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, equipment and automation solutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practises in process engineering.

6. General Responsibilities

• Comply with the Group’s Ethics and Business Code of Conducts, 5S and Safety policies and all applicable customer standards.
• Adhere and actively participate in occupational Safety, Health and Environmental policies, Energy policies procedures and activities such as I‑See I‑Act, GPI, low carbon initiative etc.
• Adhere and comply with Business Ethics, Anti‑Corruption, Flight Safety Management System, and other relevant policies, procedures and activities.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent applicable experience required. Related technical field preferred. Master’s degree would be a plus.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in related technical field such as induction & convection furnace, composite/carbon manufacturing or its equivalent.
• Strong knowledge in material science, and chemical engineering.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills of English language.
• Able to read technical material, technical drawing, PFDs and P&IDs, develop analysis and make recommendations.
• “Hands on” approach to problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Good computer skills especially with Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, experience with DCS, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Minitab, Power BI etc.
• Experience in Aerospace industry will be an advantage.