Senior Test Equipment Technician - Maintenance & Upgrades

Western Digital Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corporation in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Test Equipment Maintenance professional to set up and troubleshoot major downtime issues across Testcell, Tester, Bagger, and Conveyor systems. You will investigate quality incidents, perform product conversions, and monitor KPIVs to drive improvements.

The role requires a Diploma in Engineering with 4–5 years in manufacturing, strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, and adherence to safety and ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Advanced/Higher/Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or related field).
• Minimum 4-5 years’ working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Good knowledge of mechanical systems (motors, bearings, gears, conveyors, pumps, compressors) and electrical systems (AC/DC, three-phase, sensors, relays, drives).
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and pressure controls.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (electrical diagrams, equipment manuals).
• Understanding of failure mechanisms and ability to isolate, detect, and correct equipment issues.
• Proficiency in using MS Windows Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting and documentation.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing environment (Lockout/Tagout, PPE usage).

Responsibilities

• Set up and troubleshoot major downtime issues for test equipment, including Testcell, Tester, Bagger, VDCS, and Conveyor systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Testcell yield issues to maintain product quality and throughput.
• Conduct investigations for quality incidents related to test equipment and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Perform product conversions on test equipment to support various production requirements.
• Monitor key process input variables (KPIVs) using tools such as the KPOV database, OEE tracking, Maintenance Logs, and the Digital Preventive Maintenance system.
• Drive and support equipment upgrade and continuous improvement projects to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Act as an upskilling trainer for test equipment, providing technical training and guidance to team members.
• Perform equipment checklists in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Assist engineers with daily tasks and contribute to special projects as required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and documentation practices.
• Adhere strictly to all safety rules and cleanroom protocols.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Continuous learning

Documentation

Education

Engineering Diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscope

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Job description

Western Digital Corporation in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced Test Equipment Maintenance professional to set up and troubleshoot major downtime issues across Testcell, Tester, Bagger, and Conveyor systems. You will investigate quality incidents, perform product conversions, and monitor KPIVs to drive improvements.

The role requires a Diploma in Engineering with 4–5 years in manufacturing, strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, and adherence to safety and ISO standards.