Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser)

COHR Malaysia; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser) to develop, implement, and maintain methods for fibre lasers and laser-related products, including optical alignment and test procedures.

You will interface with design engineering, lead processing improvements, and drive root-cause analysis with LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python proficiency. Fresh Masters/PhDs are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• A university degree (Bachelor, Master or PhD) in Physics, Science or Engineering.
• Fresh graduates with a Master’s or PhD are welcome to apply.
• Strong fundamentals in optics and laser technology preferred.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and rigorous problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences, and test protocols for fibre lasers and laser-related products.
• Interfaces with design engineering to coordinate changes or introduce new products and processes.
• Lead failure analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical leadership and drive continuous improvement in laser manufacturing.

Skills

Fibre optics

Optical alignment

Laser system integration

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Education

Physics / Science / Engineering degree

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Photonics/Laser)

Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequences, and test protocols in the manufacture of Fibre lasers and laser-related products, including optical/laser alignment & test procedures.

Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of engineering changes or new products, or provides an improvement proposal for product, process, or testing.

Involves a laser setup using sophisticated optical techniques and laser calibration using electronic control.

Works on problems of diverse scope where data analysis requires evaluating identifiable factors.

Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies when selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions.

Works from laser schematics and electrical diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform testing, fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting functions.

Lead all failure analysis events to identify root causes. Provide in-depth evaluation & analysis of situations and data. Develop and implement practical corrective actions.

Work with cross-functional teams to deliver laser-related development solutions, product & process cost reductions, and value engineering programs.

Provide technical leadership. Lead engineering efforts in product/technology transfers

Lead technical improvement projects and support laser-related manufacturing to create a continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications/Requirements

A university degree (Bachelor, Master, PhD) in Physics, Science, or Engineering.

Fresh graduates with a Master’s or PhD are welcome to apply.

Skills in fibre optics, optical alignment, and laser system integration are a strong advantage.

Ability to work with LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python is a plus.

Exhibits strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Demonstrates strong, structured problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work effectively with cross-functional teams.