R&D Mechanical Design Engineer: Prototype to Production

EG R&D; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EG R&D is seeking an experienced R&D Mechanical Design Engineer in Malaysia to create and refine mechanical parts and assemblies. You will develop 3D CAD models, generate detailed drawings and BOMs, and collaborate through the full product cycle from concept to mass production.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with SolidWorks or Creo, strong problem‑solving, and independent work capability, while contributing to a dynamic R&D team focused on innovative packaging and product

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in design and development of mechanical parts, including plastic, metal, rubber, artwork and packaging components.
• Experience developing POC models and delivering prototype units to customers.
• Proficient in 3D CAD modelling to create detailed parts and BOM per ANSI/GD&T standards.
• Senior position requires minimum 3 years of relevant mechanical design experience; juniors encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and update mechanical designs and technical drawings for parts and components.
• Verify and validate new mechanical designs, tooling, and related solutions.
• Design mechanical parts involving plastic, metal, rubber, artwork, and packaging.
• Ensure designs meet cost, quality, performance, and delivery requirements.
• Oversee tooling fabrication and modification for various materials.
• Lead mechanical design throughout the new product development process from IDEO to mass production.
• Support and improve existing designs to enhance functionality and manufacturability.
• Maintain design change records and documentation; ensure traceability.
• Collaborate with R&D and other departments; own design activities within projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

3D CAD modelling tools

2D technical drawings

Job description

EG R&D is seeking an experienced R&D Mechanical Design Engineer in Malaysia to create and refine mechanical parts and assemblies. You will develop 3D CAD models, generate detailed drawings and BOMs, and collaborate through the full product cycle from concept to mass production.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with SolidWorks or Creo, strong problem‑solving, and independent work capability, while contributing to a dynamic R&D team focused on innovative packaging and product