R&D Engineer

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Ulu Tiram; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ulu Tiram, Malaysia is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer to manage product development and improvement initiatives. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and controlling development schedules, as well as leading documentation efforts for new products. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in the electronics industry, is proficient in FMEA, SolidWorks, and CAD software, and is fluent in both Chinese and English. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in electronics products or precision manufacturing industries.
• Knowledgeable in product quality and engineering management.
• CET-4 or above for English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and control development schedules for R&D projects.
• Lead documentation of drawings and process data during NPI.
• Develop and propose product enhancement initiatives.
• Conduct material confirmation and prepare testing reports.

Skills

FMEA application

Product quality management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Fluent in Chinese and English

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

• Be responsible for planning, execution, and control of development schedules for assigned R&D projects.
• Lead the conversion, preparation, and documentation of all drawings, technical documents, and process data during NPI, including execution of development plans and preparation of special characteristics lists, process flow charts, and FMEA.
• Arrange, track, and supervise new product sample builds and experimental testing; review, confirm, and summarize test results and reports.
• Develop improvement plans for existing products and be responsible for proposing and implementing product enhancement initiatives.
• Conduct material confirmation, sample analysis, and experimental testing; prepare and submit testing reports.
• Be responsible for product technical transfer and production handover, including manufacturing technical briefings.
• Prepare, update, convert, and follow up on all project-related technical documentation required for new and existing products (e.g., BOM, SOP, etc.).
• Design, fabricate, and continuously improve production tooling and fixtures for new products.
• Assist in guiding and supervising R&D design activities of direct subordinates, including progress tracking.
• Complete other tasks assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or above inMechanical engineering or related disciplines
• Knowledge of product quality and engineering management
• Proficient in the application of FMEA tools
• Minimum of 3 years experience in electronics products or precision manufacturing industries
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Skilled in SolidWorks and CAD software
• CET-4 or above
• Fluent in Chinese and English, in order to have smooth conversation with internal team.