Project Engineer – System Transfer & Lab Deployment (Urgent Hiring)

NCS Solutions; Kulim; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kulim seeks an experienced professional to lead the planning and execution of system transfers from the US to the local team. You will manage and establish various manufacturing systems locally, including the Material Inventory System and the Preventive Maintenance system. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This role offers a full-time employment opportunity with flexible hours to accommodate US meetings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, semiconductor, process engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with shopfloor or MES systems.
• Proactive and structured with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage system transfer activities from US to local team.
• Establish and validate various manufacturing systems locally.
• Coordinate cross-site communication with the US team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with cross-functional teams

Ability to work flexible hours

Tools

SAP ME

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the planning, scheduling, and execution of system transfer activities from US team to local team

Establish and validate the following systems locally:

Material Inventory System (direct & indirect materials)

Shopfloor System (SAP ME — shop order, labeling, routing, data logging)

Manufacturing control processes (MSL control, paste tracking, issuance/return)

Collateral/Jig/Fixture inventory and procurement

SMT machine recipe creation and process setup

Preventive Maintenance (PM) system

Conduct troubleshooting and close gaps that arise during implementation.

Develop training materials in collaboration with US team and train/certify local employees

Drive continuous improvement and optimization of transferred systems and processes.

Coordinate cross-site communication with US team, including flex-hour meetings during early or late hours.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of working experience in manufacturing, semiconductor, process engineering, or related fields.

Experience with shopfloor or MES systems (SAP ME is an advantage).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Good communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional, cross-region teams.

Able to work flexible hours to accommodate US meeting times.

Proactive, structured, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Advantages (not mandatory)

Experience in SMT processes or machine recipes.

Exposure to material handling or moisture-sensitive material control (MSL).

Familiarity with preventive maintenance planning or equipment management.

Working Location: Kulim
Employment Type: Full-time
Seniority Level: Experienced / Senior (5+ years)