Senior ATE Equipment Engineer

AMD; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Penang, Malaysia is seeking an experienced engineer to provide deep technical support for new product introduction and deployment. You will work closely with internal teams and external developers to identify, define, and resolve development issues affecting test results, efficiency, and cost.

The candidate should be independent, self-motivated and possess good communication skills, with a proven ability to lead and collaborate across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CS/CE/EE/ME with >4 relevant years of experience.
• Diploma in any engineering discipline with >6 yrs relevant experience.
• Independent, self-motivated and strong communication; collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NPI equipment installation at test floor and support maintenance strategies.
• Provide in-depth technical assistance and resolution for engineering problems.
• Collaborate with developers/cross-functional teams to identify and solve development issues.
• Initiate engineering solutions to optimize overall equipment effectiveness and reduce maintenance cost.
• Establish or maintain test equipment documentation for ISO/quality requirements.
• Provide equipment training to lab engineering users and cultivate technical proficiency for lab technicians.

Skills

IC technologies knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/CE/EE/ME

Diploma in engineering

Tools

Advantest Testers

Cohu Handlers

Hontech Handlers

Job description

What You Do at AMD Changes Everything

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

The Role

Provide deep technical support to resolve engineering issues encountered before, during, and after new product or equipment introduction and deployment. Work closely with internal teams and external developers or OEMs to identify, define, and solve development issues that affect test results, operational efficiency, and cost.

The Person

The candidate should be independent, self‑motivated and have good communication skills. The person is preferred to be a collaborative team player with a resourceful approach to deliver results. An analytical thinker with strong leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee NPI equipment installation at test floor, support equipment and hardware qualification, equipment conversion and commissioning, develop maintenance strategies and troubleshoot equipment test issues.
• Provide in-depth technical assistance and resolution for engineering problems encountered.
• Collaborate with developers/cross‑functional team to identify, define, and solve developmental problems.
• Initiate engineering solutions to optimize overall equipment effectiveness and reduce maintenance cost.
• Establish or maintain test equipment documentation for ISO/quality requirements.
• Provide equipment training to lab engineering users and cultivate technical proficiency for lab technicians.

Preferred Experience

• Good knowledge of IC technologies and understanding of semiconductor testing.
• Experience in Advantest Testers (or equivalent), Cohu Handlers and Hontech Handlers will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and problem‑solving.
• Motivated individuals with minimum supervision required and able to lead.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Academic Credentials

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechanical Engineering or related discipline with preferred >4 relevant years of experience.
• Diploma in any engineering discipline with preferred >6yrs relevant experience.

Location

Penang, Malaysia

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position. AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.