Senior Test & Process Engineer, Manufacturing

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WD is seeking a Senior Engineer in Manufacturing Engineering to support high‑volume disk manufacturing and testing. You will troubleshoot test cell yield issues, analyze KPIVs, and guide equipment upgrades while ensuring process optimization and ISO documentation alignment.

The role requires 4–5 years in manufacturing with data analysis, strong MS Office and Minitab skills, and the ability to train others in test methods and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Preferable with Advanced/Higher/Graduate in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or related field).
• Minimum of 4-5 years’ working experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in process, data crunching, data monitoring & data analysis.
• Understanding of core engineering principles and concepts relevant to the specific engineering discipline with analytical skill.
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, and implement them effectively.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, working knowledge of Minitab, and a basic understanding of Visual Basic programming and statistical concepts.
• Basic skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas and collaborate.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, contributing to group projects and discussions.
• Flexibility to learn new concepts and technologies and adapt to changing work environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve Test cell 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.
• Monitor key process input variables (KPIVs) using tools such as the KPOV database, Maintenance Logs and the Digital Preventive Maintenance system.
• Drive and support equipment and process upgrade and continuous improvement projects to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Act as an upskilling trainer for test equipment/process, providing technical training and guidance to team members.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and documentation practices.
• Responsible for set up new measurement method which required from R&D and test process team.
• Measurement results (KPOV) analysis in PN.
• Coaching process engineer/technician to enhance their knowledge of instrument method and capability

Skills

Microsoft Office

Minitab

Visual Basic

Statistical concepts

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Advanced Engineering degree

Tools

Minitab

Visual Basic

Job description

WD is seeking a Senior Engineer in Manufacturing Engineering to support high‑volume disk manufacturing and testing. You will troubleshoot test cell yield issues, analyze KPIVs, and guide equipment upgrades while ensuring process optimization and ISO documentation alignment.

The role requires 4–5 years in manufacturing with data analysis, strong MS Office and Minitab skills, and the ability to train others in test methods and instrumentation.