Senior Equipment Maintenance & Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Sandisk; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk in Penang is seeking a Test Equipment Engineer to own the test handler platform, improve reliability, and lead data-driven quality initiatives. You will drive root-cause analyses and CAPA actions while coordinating with maintenance and manufacturing teams.

The role requires strong electronics knowledge, hands-on debugging, and experience with automation, DMAIC methods, and equipment qualification. A degree in engineering plus 5+ years in manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering is preferred.
• 5+ years in test/equipment engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of test interfaces and automation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and ownership of test handler, defining standards for performance, reliability, and sustainability.
• Drive root cause investigations and CAPA implementation to prevent quality issues.
• Lead equipment installation, buyoff, and qualification activities.
• Govern and verify Preventive Maintenance quality with teams.
• Oversee spare parts strategy and inventory management.
• Mentor test equipment engineers and technicians.

Skills

Electrical circuits

Digital/analog electronics

Instrumentation

DMAIC & 5-Why

Programming for automation

Test interface hardware

Analytical problem solving

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

PowerPoint

JMP

SPC

DOE

DMAIC

8D

5-Why

Job description

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership and ownership of test handler, defining standards for performance, reliability, and sustainability.
• To accelerate machine fingerprinting deployment & Golden Line Setup for identifying quality risks through data analysis and equipment monitoring.
• Driving root cause investigations and corrective actions to prevent quality escapes, while allowing the current Equipment Engineering team to remain focused on equipment reliability and NBM & NPI ramp support.
• Lead equipment related quality incident investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
• Drive advanced troubleshooting and recovery of hard down equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Lead and approve new equipment installation, buyoff, and qualification activities.
• Govern and verify Preventive Maintenance (PM) quality executed by sustaining teams.
• Own and maintain equipment documentation (WI, FMEA, Checklists, HIRADC, EAI, Troubleshooting Guides).
• Represent test equipment engineering in processand quality audits.
• Initiate and lead continuous improvement, yield, and cost reduction projects aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee spare parts strategy and inventory management.
• Mentor and provide technical direction to test equipment engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, digital/analog electronics, and instrumentation.
• Strong working knowledge of problem‑solving methodologies (DMAIC, 5‑Why, Cause & Effect, FTA).
• In depth understanding & process characterization of Testermachine and communicate well withmachine OEM.
• Basic programming knowledge (C/C++, Python, or LabVIEW) for automation and data handling.
• Knowledge of test interface hardware (load boards, probe cards) is an advantage.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in standard business application software, Tools & standard engineering method (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, JMP, SPC, DOE, DMAIC, 8D,5-why etc.).

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in test/equipment engineering within a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for complex technical issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communicator and team-oriented collaborator.
• Fast learner, adaptable to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and safety.

Additional Information

Sandisk 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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