Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Brooks Automation Malaysia SDN. BHD.; Johor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Brooks Automation Malaysia SDN. BHD. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process design and product realization. This role involves ensuring manufacturing launch readiness, compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing technical support to production.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and strong skills in process documentation and root cause analysis.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with fixtures and tooling, measurement systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in process documentation and validation methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead Process & Line Design, Documentation, and Control.
• Ensure disciplined change and revision control.
• Act as main liaison for NPI transitions and ensure manufacturing launch readiness.
• Provide daily technical support to production.
• Coordinate design/procurement of jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Ensure full compliance with QMS and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain controlled documentation in PLM/MRP systems.
• Identify and lead CI initiatives to improve workflow and equipment utilization.

Skills

Process documentation

Root cause analysis

DFM/DFA experience

Lean methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

CAD

Excel

Power BI

Minitab

PLM (Agile)

MRP (Oracle)

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (SMFE)

Location: Onsite – Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru

Number of vacancies: 2

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Process & Line Design, Documentation, and Control – Drive process definitions, including routings, standard work instructions (WI), PFMEA, control plans, torque and alignment specifications, test protocols, acceptance criteria, and special‑process qualifications (e.g., rework, cleaning, vacuum/leak testing). Verify lines, workstations, fixtures, and test equipment meet capability (Cp/Cpk), repeatability, ergonomics, and EHS requirements; identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure disciplined change and revision control – Maintain all process documentation in an audit‑ready state.
• NPI, Ramp‑Up & Product Realization – Act as main liaison for NPI transitions and ensure manufacturing launch readiness. Lead introduction and readiness of new designs and lines for high‑volume manufacturing, including DFM/DFA reviews, tooling and fixture readiness, pilot builds, process prove‑out, capability studies (Cp/Cpk), and ramp‑up validation. Drive line‑realization planning, including layout, capacity and cycle‑time modeling, staffing, and line‑balancing strategies until stable run‑rate is achieved. Collaborate with Product Development, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability, process control, training requirements, and operational readiness from NPI through sustaining.
• Lead Task Force for Sustaining Issues – Provide daily technical support to production and troubleshoot process and product issues. Drive structured problem solving (8D, DMAIC, 5‑Why, Fishbone) and implement preventive actions to address yield loss, defects, and build inconsistencies; support MRB activities and drive timely CAPA closure. Drive performance against MFE KPIs and proactively conduct RCCA/CAPA when targets are at risk.
• Tooling, Fixtures, Equipment & Automation – Coordinate design/procurement, qualification, and maintenance of jigs, fixtures, tooling, test systems, and automation; ensure calibration and preventive maintenance. Establish and maintain equipment operating procedures and maintenance standards; ensure spare parts and calibration plans are defined and available.
• Quality, Compliance & Supplier Support – Ensure full compliance with QMS, customer, and regulatory requirements; support audits and close findings timely. Coordinate in‑process and final inspection and test methods; monitor FPY, defect and rework rates, and warranty issues, and drive improvement actions. Partner and follow up with QE, SQE, and SDE on supplier quality, special processes, and corrective actions; define receiving inspection and acceptance‑sampling criteria.
• Documentation, Systems & Training – Maintain controlled documentation (BOMs, routings, work instructions, drawings) in PLM/MRP systems (Agile/Oracle). Keep Oracle Work Definitions current.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify and lead CI initiatives to improve workflow, layout, line balance, takt alignment, SMED, WIP, OEE, and equipment utilization; quantify benefits. Apply Lean tools, including Poka‑Yoke, visual controls, standardized work, 5S + Safety, to drive waste reduction and material recovery or reuse. Advance digitalization and automation; benchmark best practices; maintain PFMEA relevance.
• Compliance, Policy Obligations & Governance – Comply with company policies, code of conduct, ethical standards, applicable laws, QMS, EHS, data and IP protection, workplace protocols. Support internal and external audits; ensure timely closure of findings.
• Other duties – Manage Engineering Specialists’ work assignments and performance; perform any other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related discipline).
• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience in capital equipment or complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in process documentation (PFMEA, control plans, work instructions), root cause analysis, and validation methods.
• Hands‑on experience with fixtures and tooling, measurement systems, and industrial safety practices.

Required Competencies & Skills:

• Technical / Functional: DFM/DFA experience; ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Lean methodologies: 5S, SMED, line balancing, visual management, standardized work.
• Structured problem solving: 8D, DMAIC, Fishbone, and 5‑Why methods.
• Quality Management Systems: ISO 9001; familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Systems / Tools: CAD, PLM (Agile), MRP (Oracle).
• Data and analytics tools: Excel, Power BI, Minitab.
• Test and measurement tools: electrical & mechanical instrumentation, torque analyzers, surface flatness, vibration, and noise measurement equipment.
• Behavioral Competencies: Strong follow‑up discipline, stakeholder engagement, English communication, shop‑floor presence, training ability, detail orientation, independence, teamwork, problem‑solving mindset, ownership, professional meeting cadence, active participation.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Primarily based in production and operational areas, adhering to safety, EHS, cleanroom, and PPE requirements.
• Tasks involving extended computer or document review, standing or walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20kg); may be required to work extended hours or provide support outside standard working days.
• May involve local or international travel based on operational requirements.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a state‑of‑the‑art semiconductor manufacturing facility.
• Dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Career advancement opportunities within a global company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodations, please contact [e-mail] or call [phone].

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