RFQ ENGINEER (REQUEST FOR QUOTATION)

CKD Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kedah; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CKD Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is seeking a motivated RFQ Engineer to join our Engineering team in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah. You will evaluate customer RFQs, review drawings and BOMs, and develop accurate manufacturing cost estimates and competitive quotations to support new business opportunities.

This role requires collaboration with NPI, Manufacturing, Purchasing and QA to ensure technically sound, timely quotations and robust costing with clear documentation to guide quotation decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of RFQ/Costing or quotation experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs, BOMs, drawings, and specifications to assess feasibility and cost.
• Develop accurate manufacturing cost estimates including raw materials, labour, tooling and overhead.
• Prepare technical and commercial quotations for internal review and customer submission.
• Coordinate with NPI, Production, Purchasing and QA to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
• Maintain RFQ records and cost databases; monitor progress and deadlines.

Skills

RFQ evaluation

Costing

Cross-functional coordination

Excel pricing analysis

Technical reporting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Company: CKD Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Location: Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Kedah
Department: Engineering / NPI
Industry: Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

CKD Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented RFQ Engineer to join our Engineering team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating customer RFQs, reviewing technical drawings and Bill of Materials (BOM), preparing accurate manufacturing cost estimates, and developing competitive quotations to support new business opportunities.

This position requires strong technical knowledge, analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Quality Assurance and other cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

RFQ Management & Technical Evaluation

Review and analyse customer Requests for Quotation (RFQs), technical drawings, BOMs, specifications and other engineering documentation.

Evaluate technical requirements, manufacturing feasibility and potential production constraints before quotation preparation.

Identify missing information, technical discrepancies and potential risks in customer RFQ packages.

Coordinate with NPI, Manufacturing Engineering and other relevant departments to obtain technical clarification and validate manufacturing requirements.

Manage RFQ activities and ensure quotations are prepared within the required deadlines.

Prepare detailed product costing, including raw materials, components, labour, machining, fabrication, assembly, tooling, testing, packaging and logistics.

Analyse manufacturing processes, cycle times and resource requirements to develop accurate cost estimates.

Review supplier quotations and work closely with Purchasing to obtain competitive material and component pricing.

Develop cost breakdown structures, pricing comparisons and profitability analysis to support quotation decisions.

Prepare technical and commercial quotation documentation for internal review and approval.

Support quotation revisions arising from engineering changes, customer requirements or material price fluctuations.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Continuous Improvement

Work closely with NPI, Production, Purchasing, QA and other departments to ensure accurate quotation inputs.

Support new product introduction activities by reviewing project requirements, manufacturing readiness and initial product costing.

Identify potential cost-saving opportunities through alternative materials, process improvements and manufacturing optimisation.

Maintain accurate RFQ records, costing databases, quotation history and supporting documentation.

Monitor quotation progress, identify potential delays and provide regular updates to the relevant stakeholders.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quotation accuracy, efficiency and turnaround time.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in RFQ Engineering, Costing Engineering, Quotation Engineering or manufacturing-related technical costing.

Experience in the semiconductor, semiconductor equipment, precision engineering or high-tech manufacturing industry is highly preferred.

Good understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining, fabrication, welding, assembly and testing.

Able to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, technical specifications and manufacturing requirements.

Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) would be an advantage.

Hands-on experience in RFQ evaluation, manufacturing cost estimation and quotation preparation.

Strong understanding of material costing, labour costing, overhead allocation, tooling costs and manufacturing cost structures.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including costing spreadsheets, formulas and data analysis.

Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or equivalent systems.

Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Able to coordinate effectively with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

Good communication and technical reporting skills.

Able to manage multiple RFQs simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Added Advantages

Experience in semiconductor equipment, gas delivery systems, precision components or complex mechanical assemblies.

Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks or equivalent engineering tools.

Experience in NPI project costing and engineering change management.

Knowledge of Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VA/VE) and cost reduction initiatives.

Experience working in Japanese or multinational manufacturing companies.

Why Join CKD Malaysia?

At CKD Malaysia, you will have the opportunity to work in a growing semiconductor equipment manufacturing environment and collaborate with experienced engineering and technical teams.

This role offers valuable exposure to technical costing, manufacturing feasibility, NPI activities and cross-functional project coordination while contributing to the Company's continued manufacturing development.