Senior Lead Engineer, EE Analog Design

Celestica Inc.; George Town; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company based in Penang is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer for EE Analog Design. The role involves leading technical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing complex projects. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in electrical design, project management skills, and a strong engineering background. Fluency in English is required. Competitive compensation offered.

Benefits

Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in embedded electrical and electronic product design.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience with multiple product development cycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architect and design of technical solutions in various domains.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate systems into product architecture.
• Manage complex engineering projects ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Analog design proficiency

PCB CAD design

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering

Tools

OrCAD

Cadence Concept/Allegro

Altium Designer

Job description

Senior Lead Engineer, EE Analog Design

Date: Sep 9, 2025

Location: Penang, 07, MY

Functional Area: Engineering
Career Stream: Design Engineering Electrical
SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DEE
Job Level: Level 09
IC/MGR: Individual Contributor
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

Detailed Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Recognized subject matter expert for one or more technical areas.
• Lead the architect, design and implementation of technical solutions in multiple domains and market segments that meets the customer, regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to integrate electrical & electronic systems into overall product architecture and support product transition to manufacturing.
• Convert concepts into design requirements, integrate digital or analog design, develop schematic and review fabrication drawing, conduct design simulations / reliability analysis and drive PCB layout design.
• Develop prototypes and conduct rigorous testing to validate design concepts and iterate as necessary.
• Support technical proposal, planning and cost estimation that will aid in the initial quoting process.

Continuous Learning and Innovation

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, regulations and best practices to contribute to the advancement of design best practices, procedures, quality, efficiency or the acquisitions of new capabilities.
• Passionate about solving complex issues and innovate under tight project requirement.

Design for Manufacturing & Quality Assurance

• Products that are not manufacturable will not benefit our customer and more importantly the end user. This role requires to collaborate with manufacturing partners to ensure seamless production and timely delivery, identify and evaluate materials and manufacturing processes that align with product requirements and contribute to cost effective solutions.
• Proficient in product development life cycle process and compliance to product quality standard.

Technical Leaderships

Project Management

• Ability to manage/lead complex, multiple line engineering projects that may also involve other functions. Demonstrate solid understanding of the technical, financial and people aspects of the project. Able to create a project/change management plan and ensure the project is delivered within the assigned time and budget. Ability to recognize project barriers and develop mitigation plans.
• Right-the-First Time Lean and Quality mindset.
• The following competencies are fundamental for this role: Coaching/Mentoring; Communication/Negotiation/Presentation; Creative Problem Solving (8D/Corrective Actions), Customer/Stakeholder Management; Quality & Lean, D/PFMEA, Design of Experiments (DOE).

Electrical & Electronic: Schematic & PCB CAD Design (OrCAD, Cadence Concept/Allegro, Altium Designer); Digital Design (Microprocessor, FPGA, DSP); Analog Design (Power Supply, Signal Conditioning, RF/Wireless, Power Electronic); System Architecture; Derating; Design for EMC/EMI; IEC 60601 (medical device safety); High Speed Signal/Power Integrity; PID Control System (bonus).

Signal Conditioning:

• Able to specify sensors based on application needs(e.g. temperature, humidity, pressure)
• Able to specify, design and test ADC/DAC circuits
• Able to specify, design and test front end filtering circuits (passive/active: low pass, high pass, band pass, band stop)
• Good understanding of noise and error sources within an analog front end
• Able to develop power architectures that are efficient, cost-effective and thermally optimized
• Able to develop power budgets
• Able to determine thermal dissipation metrics and assess if thermal management solutions are needed
• Able to specify, design and test POL regulator circuits (LDO, DC-DC) as well as power management circuits (Hot-Swap, Battery Charging Systems, Power OR-ing etc.)
• Strong understanding of RLCD operation and first principles.
• AC-DC Power Supply Design experience (bonus)
• Understands and able to implement Impedance Matching
• Wireless Module/Chipset selection, design and testing (Wi-Fi, BT, Cellular, GNSS)

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Typical Experience

• Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering or equivalent. PHD with fewer industrial working experience is welcome to apply.
• Minimum 5-10 years of direct working experiences in embedded electrical and electronic product design within a multi-disciplinary environment and have completed multiple product development cycles.
• Good knowledge in industrial standards and system level environmental compliance.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English, ability to work in an international team.
• Good team work attitude, collaboration and communication skills.
• Business travel possible (include the oversea travel).

Typical Education

Bachelor degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

Notes

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).

At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.