Software Quality Engineer

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

Job summary

Celestica is seeking an Operations Engineering Specialist in Penang, Malaysia. The role bridges commodity engineering and software development, focusing on automated tooling, quality workflows, and AI-enabled processes.

You will lead internal tool deployment, perform UAT for AI agents, mentor software interns, and ensure robust documentation, GD&T, and PPAP/FAI alignment across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• 5–8 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing or technical supply chain.
• Experience with scripting or software automation projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day engineering and supplier quality workflows (blueprint reviews, GD&T checks, DFM analysis, PPAP/FAI).
• Translate complex mechanical, quality, and supply chain requirements into clear logic for automated tools.
• Oversee testing and deployment of internal software tools, Python scripts, and enterprise AI workflows.
• Design and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for newly deployed AI agents to verify accuracy and reliability.
• Provide technical guidance and coordinate software interns building automation solutions.
• Maintain documentation, tool repositories, and revision histories for longevity and continuity.
• Write, debug, and evaluate code for data processing and API integrations.
• Familiarity with Git and enterprise AI capabilities (Gemini, LLM APIs).
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and quality frameworks (DFM, PPAP, FMEA).
• Coordinate travel internationally as needed.

Skills

Python scripting

GD&T

PPAP/FAI

UAT testing

Automation tooling

Git/version control

Mechanical engineering

Data processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

Python

Automation tools

Gemini/LLM APIs

Job description

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Software Quality Engineer

Date: Sep 19, 2026

Location: Penang, 07, MY

General Overview

Functional Area: ENG - Engineering
Career Stream: OPE - Operations Engineering
Role: Specialist
SAP Short Name: SPE
Job Title: Operations Engineering Specialist
Job Code: SPE-ENG-OPS
Job Level: Band 08
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Detailed Description

• Commodity Engineering Support:Assist with day-to-day engineering and supplier quality workflows, including standard blueprint reviews, GD&T checks, DFM analysis, and documentation reviews (PPAP, FAI).
• Technical Oversight & Translation: Serve as the primary bridge between commodity teams and software developers by converting complex mechanical, quality, and supply chain requirements into clear logic for automated tools.
• Tool Deployment & Validation: Oversee the testing, validation (UAT), and deployment of internal software tools, Python scripts, and enterprise AI workflows across engineering teams.
• System Testing & Validation: Design and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on newly deployed AI agents to verify functional accuracy, reliability, and repeatability across engineering datasets.
• Intern Supervision & Architecture: Provide technical guidance, code review, and project coordination for a dedicated team of software interns building custom automation solutions.
• Knowledge Management: Maintain clear documentation, tool repositories, and revision histories to ensure long-term sustainability and smooth continuity across intern cohorts.
• Software Literacy & Scripting:Proficiency in Python and basic software workflows; ability to write, debug, and evaluate code for data processing and API integrations.
• Digital Tools & Automation: Familiarity with standard software development practices (version control, revision tracking via Git) and enterprise AI capabilities (e.g., Gemini, LLM APIs).
• Engineering Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, technical drawings, GD&T, material specs, and standard quality frameworks (DFM, PPAP, FMEA).
• Problem Solving & Supervision: Strong analytical skills with the ability to coordinate junior developers, prioritize project backlogs, and translate user feedback into tool enhancements.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required by project needs.

Typical Experience

• Experience: 5–8 years of working experience in an engineering, manufacturing, or technical supply chain environment, with demonstrated involvement in scripting or software automation projects.

Typical Education

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics /Mechanical / Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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