Senior Equipment Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Western Digital; Kuching; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital is seeking an Equipment Engineer for its Sarawak Kuching operations. You will troubleshoot, install, qualify, modify, and continuously improve processing equipment across manufacturing lines, integrating AI-driven automation to boost stability and productivity.

Responsibilities include designing electrical and control systems, integrating modules, and refining mechanical components to meet quality targets.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Materials, Automation or related field.
• Fresh graduates with relevant engineering qualifications encouraged to apply.
• Strong technical knowledge with hands-on equipment/automation background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, qualify, modify, and improve equipment across manufacturing lines.
• Develop and implement automation using AI and latest technologies to improve stability and productivity.
• Prepare electrical drawings, wiring layouts, software debugging, and control systems for process equipment.
• Integrate modules and systems to ensure stable operation.
• Design, modify, and assemble mechanical and electrical components to improve equipment performance.
• Monitor and optimize process parameters for consistent output quality and performance targets.
• Develop maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing procedures for electrical and mechanical components.
• Characterize equipment and perform capability studies to meet quality standards.
• Support equipment design, modification, expansion, and automation projects.
• Prepare SOPs, safety procedures, environmental requirements, and HIRAC documentation.
• Provide technical and safety training, and establish safety guidelines for technicians.
• Collaborate with process, manufacturing, and automation teams and suppliers to drive improvements.
• Monitor consumable usage and equipment-related costs to reduce cost of ownership.
• Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement and predictive maintenance.

Skills

Hands-on equipment

Automation

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Process equipment

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Western Digital is seeking an Equipment Engineer for its Sarawak Kuching operations. You will troubleshoot, install, qualify, modify, and continuously improve processing equipment across manufacturing lines, integrating AI-driven automation to boost stability and productivity.

Responsibilities include designing electrical and control systems, integrating modules, and refining mechanical components to meet quality targets.