Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Malaysia's Penang region seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead operations excellence, quality governance, and cross-functional projects across Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain. You will collaborate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure product quality, supply continuity, and timely execution of strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes issue resolution, continuous improvement, and strong analytical problem-solving to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline.
• 8–10 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Operations, or Program Management.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume or complex manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational issue resolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive quality improvement programs and governance.
• Manage cross-functional projects and customer escalations.
• Engage with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and global teams.
• Ensure operational excellence, product quality, and supply continuity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional leadership

Supplier collaboration

Manufacturing operations

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to provide leadership and technical expertise in manufacturing operations, quality management, project execution, and customer engagement. The role serves as a key interface between Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, as well as Supply Chain, Procurement, Contract Manufacturers, and Suppliers to ensure operational excellence, product quality, supply continuity, and successful execution of strategic business initiatives. The successful candidate will lead operational issue resolution, quality improvement programs, cross-functional projects, customer escalations, and continuous improvement initiatives while driving sustainable business results and customer success.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Support & Manufacturing Excellence
• Quality Management & Governance
• Project & Program Management
• Customer Engagement & Success
• Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Partnership

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Operations, Program Management, or related technical functions.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations in a high-mix, low-volume or complex manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and business initiatives.
• Experience working with suppliers, contract manufacturers, customers, and global teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or test and measurement industry.
• Knowledge of quality systems, audits, RCA, CAPA, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing customer escalations and business-critical issues.Familiarity with product transfer, manufacturing readiness, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Lean, Six Sigma, Project Management, or Quality-related certifications are advantageous.

Key Competencies

Operations & Manufacturing: Manufacturing Operations Support, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Capacity & Readiness Planning, Risk Management

Quality Management: Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA), Quality Systems, Audit Management, Supplier & Product Quality

Project Management: Project Planning & Execution, Stakeholder Management, Cross-Functional Leadership, Escalation Management, Executive Communication

Customer Success: Customer Engagement, Customer Escalation Management, Business Continuity Planning, Relationship Management, Customer Satisfaction Improvement

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