Senior Engineering Manager

Businesslist; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Businesslist is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager based in Penang to lead engineering teams and manage multiple engineering projects in the semiconductor sector. This permanent position offers an opportunity to support manufacturing operations from development to high-volume production.

The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in engineering and at least 5 years in a leadership role. Strong expertise in wafer fabrication and semiconductor processes is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of engineering experience in semiconductor or manufacturing industry.
• At least 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Strong experience in front-end & back-end manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams, including managers and engineers.
• Oversee engineering projects from planning to mass manufacturing.
• Support manufacturing operations to meet quality and productivity targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency.

Skills

Wafer fabrication

Semiconductor packaging

SMT processes

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Senior Engineering Manager

We are looking for an experienced engineering leader to manage multiple engineering projects and support manufacturing operations in a semiconductor environment. This role will lead engineering teams, drive project execution, and ensure smooth manufacturing support from development stage to high-volume production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams: 3–4 managers (direct reports) and 10–15 engineers/senior engineers (indirect reports).
• Oversee engineering projects from planning, development, build, and production until mass manufacturing.
• Support manufacturing operations to achieve quality, productivity, cost, and delivery targets.
• Work closely with Product, Operations, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Provide technical guidance and support for engineering and manufacturing issues.
• Manage manpower planning, resource allocation, and departmental budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve engineering and manufacturing efficiency.
• Mentor and develop engineering team members to strengthen technical capabilities and leadership skills.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with safety, quality, and operational standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of engineering experience in semiconductor or manufacturing industry.
• At least 5 years of experience in a management or leadership role.
• Strong experience in wafer fabrication, semiconductor packaging, SMT processes, front‑end & back‑end manufacturing, automation & industrialization, and mechanical assembly / box build processes.
• Experience leading engineering teams and managing multiple projects.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work closely with cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders.

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Penang