Senior Equipment Engineer, Manufacturing & Automation

Western Digital Corp.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corp. is seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer in Manufacturing Engineering in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, rapid response to downtime, and cross-functional coordination to keep production lines running at scale.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and hands-on experience with automation systems, PLC software, and C++-related tasks. A background in SPC and automation tooling is advantageous, with a strong team orientation.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience with automation & control systems preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and basic coding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on machines and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Serve as the first line of response for unscheduled downtime and quality issues.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines.
• Provide structured reports on downtime and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Automation Systems

PLC Knowledge

C++ Knowledge

Team Player

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PLC Software

SCADA

Job description

Western Digital Corp. is seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer in Manufacturing Engineering in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, rapid response to downtime, and cross-functional coordination to keep production lines running at scale.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and hands-on experience with automation systems, PLC software, and C++-related tasks. A background in SPC and automation tooling is advantageous, with a strong team orientation.