Senior Staff - Project & Program Design

Randstad – Renesas; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent semiconductor company based in Malaysia is seeking an experienced professional to lead cross-functional teams in managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects. The role involves overseeing wafer fab, assembly, and test operations while ensuring quality standards and timelines are met. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging technology and product lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor packaging manufacturing flows.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless program execution.
• Manage Engineering Build Request prioritization.
• Provide structured leadership updates on program status.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Lead cross‑functional teams across Design, Systems, Validation, Product/Test Engineering, Firmware, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Quality to ensure seamless program execution in NPI projects.

Lead COGS reduction programs from impact assessment through qualification, PCN, safelaunch, and production ramp – quantifying savings, evaluating ROI, and assessing the business impact of schedule slips and risk scenarios.

Drive capacity expansion initiatives across global manufacturing sites, aligning engineering, operations, and supply chain to support production scalability.

Build and manage detailed schedules for NPI, COGS and capacity programs; track progress, remove roadblocks, and implement data‑driven mitigation plans.

Manage Engineering Build Request prioritization, conducting bi‑weekly reviews with PMO and Business Operations leadership to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.

Act as a liaison between the product group, operations/supply chain teams, and key OSAT interface teams to ensure alignment, clarity, and seamless execution across all stages of the program.

Drive sample readiness and ramp readiness, ensuring cross‑functional teams maintain schedules that support committed customer delivery timelines.

Coordinate and conduct Project Gate reviews, ensuring cross‑functional readiness, milestone alignment, and clear communication of risks and dependencies.

Oversee wafer fab, assembly, and test operations to ensure timeline adherence, cost efficiency, and quality standards across programs.

Provide structured leadership updates on program status, risks, and mitigation plans, maintaining accurate schedules and qualification documentation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with 8+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging technology and product lifecycle management

Strong understanding of semiconductor packaging manufacturing flows – including development and production processes, package architectures, and various package types with prior work experience at an assembly site as a process or integration engineer considered a strong plus.

Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional programs in ambiguous environments, supported by foundational Program/Project Management knowledge (coursework, certification, or equivalent).

Strong stakeholder management, communication, collaboration, and cross‑functional partnership skills across engineering, operations, supply chain, and OSAT teams.

Highly analytical with strong organizational, problem‑solving, time‑management, and multitasking capabilities.

Quick learner with the ability to adopt new tools, systems, and processes efficiently; proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Self‑motivated, inquisitive, and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Project Staff?