Senior Hardware Automation Engineer - Semiconductor

Sandisk

Batu Kawan

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sandisk is seeking a seasoned Automation Development Engineer in Malaysia to drive hardware-based automation projects for high-volume NAND flash production. You will design, implement, and integrate automation solutions, lead end-to-end projects, and collaborate across engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams.

Prior experience with SECS/GEM and AMHS is essential to ensure safe, efficient operations in cleanroom environments.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
Approximately 5 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or factory automation.
Strong understanding of equipment automation, including sensors, actuators, PLCs, motion control, robotics, and industrial communication protocols.
Hands-on experience with SECS/GEM, E84, and equipment integration standards used in semiconductor fabs.
Familiarity with AMHS systems, material handling automation, or equipment-to-equipment communication.
Experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination.
Exposure to MES systems, factory control systems, or data collection platforms used in semiconductor fabs.
Experience working in cleanroom environments and understanding semiconductor equipment safety standards.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement hardware-based automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, equipment uptime, and process stability across SIP & SSD assembly/test operations.
Lead automation projects end-to-end, including requirement gathering, feasibility studies, vendor selection, detailed design review, shipment and installation planning, qualification until release-to-production.
Integrate new tools and subsystems into existing factory automation infrastructure (SECS/GEM, E84, AMHS) with strong understanding of control logic and safety sequences.
Collaborate with equipment engineering, process engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams to identify automation opportunities and translate needs into technical specs.
Manage hardware upgrades, retrofits, and automation enhancements for production equipment and supporting systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues, including sensor failures, communication errors, and equipment interface problems.
Ensure compliance with factory standards, safety protocols, and quality requirements during design and deployment.
Document system architecture, wiring diagrams, test plans, and validation reports for long-term operation sustainability.