R&D MECHANICAL ENGINEER- Rawang

Betamek Electronics; Rawang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Betamek Electronics in Malaysia is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Research & Development Department, responsible for the mechanical design and development of automotive electronic products and components from concept to production.

You will collaborate with electronics, testing, and production teams; proficiency in Mandarin is essential for collaboration with international OEM partners; experience with CATIA V5 and AutoCAD is required; DFMEA and VAVE exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in Mandarin (spoken and written) — essential for communication with customers and suppliers.
• Skilled in CATIA V5 and AutoCAD for 3D and 2D design work.
• Familiar with automotive design standards and product development processes.
• Strong understanding of plastic and metal part design, tooling, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for automotive electronic products.
• Create and review 3D/2D CAD designs, ensuring compliance with customer and technical requirements.
• Conduct tooling design reviews for plastic and metal parts, including evaluation and modification.
• Verify and validate designs through 3D printing, prototyping, and product trials.
• Ensure all new product samples are assembled, tested, and submitted according to project timelines.
• Perform DFMEA and design improvement activities based on development findings and trial run results.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, BOMs, ECNs, DFMEA reports, and design documentation.
• Conduct benchmarking studies on market products and apply relevant design insights to new developments.
• Liaise with suppliers and tooling vendors for technical discussions, design issues, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to Production, QA, and other departments for issue analysis and troubleshooting.
• Participate in VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) activities and manage engineering changes.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards, company quality policies, and ESG requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Design validation

Time management

Communication skills (English)

Communication skills (Bahasa Malaysia)

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

AutoCAD

Job description

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We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Research & Development

Department, responsible for the mechanical design and development of new automotive electronic products and components.

This role involves the design, validation, and improvement of mechanical structures and parts — from concept to production — ensuring compliance with automotive standards and customer specifications.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (electronics, testing, and production) and suppliers to deliver high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective mechanical solutions.

As Betamek works with international and Chinese OEM partners, Mandarin proficiency is essential for effective communication and technical collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for automotive electronic products.

Create and review 3D/2D CAD designs, ensuring compliance with customer and technical requirements.

Conduct tooling design reviews for plastic and metal parts, including evaluation and modification.

Verify and validate designs through 3D printing, prototyping, and product trials.

Ensure all new product samples are assembled, tested, and submitted according to project timelines.

Perform DFMEA and design improvement activities based on development findings and trial run results.

Prepare and review engineering drawings, BOMs, ECNs, DFMEA reports, and design documentation.

Conduct benchmarking studies on market products and apply relevant design insights to new developments.

Liaise with suppliers and tooling vendors for technical discussions, design issues, and corrective actions.

Provide technical support to Production, QA, and other departments for issue analysis and troubleshooting.

Participate in VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) activities and manage engineering changes.

Ensure compliance with automotive standards, company quality policies, and ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) requirements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Proficient in Mandarin (spoken and written) — essential for communication with customers and suppliers.

Skilled in CATIA V5 and AutoCAD for 3D and 2D design work.

Familiar with automotive design standards and product development processes.

Strong understanding of plastic and metal part design, tooling, and manufacturing processes.

Preferred Skills

1–3 years of experience in mechanical design or product development within the automotive or electronics industry (fresh graduates with strong project portfolios are encouraged to apply).

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and design validation skills.

High attention to detail, logical thinking, and creativity in engineering solutions.

Excellent time management and ability to multitask across projects.

Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting.

Soft Skills

Collaborative and proactive in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin.

Organized, disciplined, and adaptable to changing project priorities.

Passionate about automotive innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.