Staff Automation Development Engineer

SanDisk; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SanDisk is seeking a Staff Automation Development Engineer in Malaysia to design and implement hardware-based automation solutions for SIP and SSD assembly/test operations. You will lead projects from requirements through release-to-production, collaborating with equipment engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams to improve efficiency and uptime.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Automation/Mechanical Engineering and about 5 years in semiconductor manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• About 5 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or factory automation.
• Strong understanding of automation equipment incl. sensors, actuators, PLCs, robotics, and industrial protocols.
• Hands-on with SECS/GEM, E84, and equipment integration standards used in fabs.
• Familiarity with AMHS systems and data collection platforms.
• Experience in project management incl. planning, scheduling, vendor mgmt, cross-functional coordination.
• Exposure to MES and factory control systems in fabs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement hardware-based automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, uptime, and process stability in SIP & SSD assembly/test operations.
• Lead end-to-end automation projects: requirements, feasibility, vendor selection, design reviews, installation planning, qualification, release-to-production.

Skills

Automation knowledge

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

SECS/GEM

E84

AMHS interfaces

Job description

General Information

Job Name

Staff Automation Development Engineer

Country/Region

Malaysia

State

Pulau Pinang (Penang)

City

Batu Kawan

Work Location

Penang SDSM Office

Work Mode

Employees work on-site

Exemption Status

Exempt

Business Function

Automation Development Engineering

Employment Type

Full-time

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

Job Description

• Design, develop, and implement hardware-based automation solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, equipment uptime, and process stability across SIP & SSD assembly/test operations.
• Lead automation projects end-to-end, including requirement gathering, feasibility studies, vendor selection, detailed design review, shipment & installation planning, qualification until release-to-production.
• Integrate new tools and subsystems into existing factory automation infrastructure (e.g., SECS/GEM, E84, AMHS interfaces) with strong understanding of equipment control logic, interlocks, and automation sequences to enhance safety and throughput.
• Collaborate with equipment engineering, process engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams to identify automation opportunities and translate operational needs into technical specifications.
• Manage hardware upgrades, retrofits, and automation enhancements for production equipment and supporting systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues, including sensor failures, communication errors, and equipment interface problems.
• Ensure compliance with factory standards, safety protocols, and quality requirements during automation design and deployment.
• Document system architecture, wiring diagrams, test plans, and validation reports to support long-term operation sustainability.

Qualifications

• At least Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Approximately 5 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, equipment engineering, or factory automation.
• Strong understanding of equipment automation, including sensors, actuators, PLCs, motion control, robotics, and industrial communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience with SECS/GEM, E84, and equipment integration standards commonly used in semiconductor fabs.
• Familiarity with AMHS systems, material handling automation, or equipment-to-equipment communication.
• Experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination.
• Exposure to MES systems, factory control systems, or data collection platforms used in semiconductor fabs.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and understanding of semiconductor equipment safety standards.

Preferred

• Knowledge of robotics integration, end-effectors, and automated handling systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, particularly on custom built equipment for end-to-end Automation process
• Experience with both PC & PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi) or equipment control systems.
• Familiar with SSD production equipment
• Soft

Skills

• Strong communication skills for working with global & cross functional teams, vendors, and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple automation projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on reliability and manufacturing sustainability.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to solving equipment and automation challenges.

Notice to Candidates

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.