Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering

WD Media (Malaysia) Sdn, Bayan Lepas, Penang; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

WD Media (Malaysia) Sdn, Bayan Lepas, Penang, is seeking a Senior Engineer in Manufacturing Engineering focused on metrology. You will develop advanced metrology tools, set up new recipes, and lead measurement studies to improve product quality and process efficiency.

Your role includes calibrating and maintaining metrology equipment, analyzing data with statistical methods, and guiding cross-functional teams in technical issues. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in metrology engineering, preferably in the semiconductor or electronics manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of metrology principles, techniques, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM).
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced metrology tools for manufacturing processes and quality control.
• New Metrology recipes set-up & transfer from SZ to Penang.
• Design and conduct measurement studies to analyze and improve product quality.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot sophisticated metrology equipment.
• Analyze measurement data using statistical methods to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Set up / optimize the measurement condition to reduce the measurement variation or measurement time reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and optimize processes.
• Lead metrology-related projects and mentor junior engineers / technicians.
• Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies in metrology.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations for management.
• Contribute to the development of metrology procedures and best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Metrology

Statistical analysis

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Measurement instruments

Job description

Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement advanced metrology tools for manufacturing processes and quality control.

New Metrology recipes set-up & transfer from SZ to Penang.

Design and conduct measurement studies to analyze and improve product quality.

Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot sophisticated metrology equipment.

Analyze measurement data using statistical methods to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Set up / optimize the measurement condition to reduce the measurement variation or measurement time reduction.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and optimize processes.

Lead metrology-related projects and mentor junior engineers / technicians.

Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies in metrology.

Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations for management.

Contribute to the development of metrology procedures and best practices.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in metrology engineering, preferably in the semiconductor or electronics manufacturing industry.

Knowledge of metrology principles, techniques, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM).

Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and data interpretation.

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Strong technical report writing and presentation skills.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams.

Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and precision.

Additional information

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

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