Senior Equipment Engineer

Comet Plasma Control Technologies; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowances

Transport allowances

Toll allowances

Mobile allowance

Car loan interest

Health insurance

Job summary

Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer to develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes for vacuum capacitor production equipment. You will drive improvements to equipment performance, reliability, and yield while leading preventive maintenance and calibration programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 4 years of industry experience, with familiarity in SAP/JIRA and SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• At least 4 years of industry experience.
• Experience with vacuum capacitor technology.
• Familiarity with SAP, JIRA, and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain processes, work instructions, and BOMs.
• Improve equipment performance and yield through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage preventive maintenance and calibration activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies.

Skills

SPC

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Quality focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP

JIRA

SolidWorks

Job description

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the Penang site as a Senior Equipment Engineer.

For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.

We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.

In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

What You'll Do

• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, and BOMs for vacuum capacitor production equipment.
• Enhance equipment performance, reliability, product quality, and manufacturing yield through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues, conduct failure analysis, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Manage preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, and certification activities to ensure operational excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies and support efficient manufacturing operations.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of vacuum capacitor technology, precision mechanics, automation systems, and semiconductor equipment manufacturing.
• Experience in process optimization, statistical process control (SPC), and data-driven manufacturing improvement.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality and operational efficiency.
• Experience using ERP and project management tools such as SAP and JIRA, along with proficiency in SolidWorks 3D mechanical modeling.

Why join us? Break new ground with us:

• Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
• Benefit from flexible working options
• Take part in Comet's success through profit sharing
• Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
• Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
• Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
• Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage

Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd

PMT 1342, Lorong Perindustrian Bukit Minyak 20

Taman Lorong Perindustrian Bukit Minyak

14100 Simpang Ampat

Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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