Senior Staff Engineer Unit Process Development SMT

Infineon Technologies AG; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Malacca City is looking for a professional with a Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 10 years’ experience in SMT or PCBA manufacturing. The role focuses on troubleshooting and enhancing processes to ensure high-quality electronics manufacturing.

The ideal candidate must have strong technical skills in SMT processes, hands-on ability with AOI/SPI equipment, and familiarity with data analytics and Industry4.0 solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' working experience in SMT or PCBA manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with AOI/SPI equipment.
• Knowledge of MES/IoT systems is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment and collaborate with teams for process improvement.
• Generate and update documents related to production processes.
• Lead problem-solving teams using statistical tools.

Skills

SMT manufacturing expertise

AOI/SPI equipment experience

Problem-solving skills

Technical knowledge of SMT processes

Data analytics

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SPC

APC

DOE

FMEA

DFMEA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots equipment (AOI, SPI, reflow) and collaborates with production/quality teams for continuous process improvement, ensuring high-yield, defect-free electronics manufacturing. Responsible or supports technical handshakes and knowledge transfer to Operations.
• Generate and update relevant documents, e.g. Process Specification, PFMEA, DFMEA, Master FMEA, OJTI, T32, PDR.
• Support prototype and development sample builds.
• Provide inputs for updating related documents and is responsible for their correct content, e.g. Process of Record, Assembly Design Rule, Process Roadmap, Failure catalogue, Control Plan, Maintenance checklist, Unit process roadmap for development projects.
• Liaise with suppliers for continuous improvement and perform verification and qualification activities for new tooling, machines and materials in development projects.
• Lead a task force and complex problem‑solving team using statistical and analytical tools, e.g. SPC, APC, DOE, 8D, FMEA, DFMEA.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a relevant course with a minimum of 10 years’ working experience in SMT or PCBA manufacturing industry or other relevant industry.
• Strong hands‑on experience and skills in SMT manufacturing, with hands‑on work with AOI/SPI equipment.
• Strong technical skills, problem‑solving abilities, knowledge of SMT processes, and proficiency with specific AOI/SPI software (e.g. Kohyoung, Vitrox).
• Experience and know‑how in automation, data analytics, and Industry4.0 solutions to boost efficiency, often involving MES/IoT systems, low‑code platforms, and digital twins in manufacturing and corporate settings is an added advantage.

We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities.