Supv 1, Test Engineering

Lam Research; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking a Test Engineering Supervisor to lead a team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing the planning, development, and implementation of testing and evaluation procedures. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant experience, strong leadership capabilities, and technical depth.

The Test Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for managing testing operations, maintain test fixtures, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product quality. This position offers a hybrid work model allowing flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and people manager.
• Ability to perform data-based decision-making.
• WFE knowledge, clean tool, Dry/Wet Dep & Etch is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and implementation of testing procedures.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of test fixtures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineering and pilot manufacturing for new product development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Coaching

Technical writing

Communication with suppliers

Data analysis

Education

BS / MS in Electrical Engineering

Relevant Engineering courses

Job description

The group you’ll be a part of

Manufacturing Engineering Sustaining Group

The impact you’ll make

Manages the planning, development, and implementation of procedures for the testing and evaluation of standard and special devices for all phases of product development and/or manufacturing. Specifies tests to be performed, compiles data, and makes recommendations for changes required in testing equipment procedures, manufacturing processes, new testing requirements and/or design of testing equipment. Recommends the purchase of test equipment. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What You’ll Do

• Defines, designs, documents, builds, calibrates, troubleshoots, and supports all manufacturing test fixtures
• Review, update and create test cases to improve test coverage and effectiveness including product with non standard configuration
• Perform data analysis and propose test improvement methods to reduce test cycle time
• Prepare High Volume Manufacturing Product Transfer and set up test facilities, hardware and program
• Software skills to create / modify manufacturing’s test scripts
• Improves product quality through test first pass yield and trend data. Analyzes factory non-conformances and field escalations for root cause and corrective action
• Resolves test issues cross functionally with Suppliers, Supplier Engineering, Pilot Manufacturing, and Design Engineering
• Works cross functionally with design engineering and the pilot group for new product development
• Ensures Plan Design Review / Non Standard Request deliverables are in place including test fixtures, test procedures, test specifications, and control charts
• Conducts validation on all new test software and fixtures including product with non-standard configuration
• Maintaining test fixture system
• Manage Engineering Technician group

Who We’re Looking For

• We’re looking for a highly-driven Test Engineering Supervisor who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about operational excellence. You are a hands‑on leader with strong technical depth, able to guide a team of test engineers and technicians while collaborating across functions to ensure smooth, accurate, and efficient testing operations.

You excel at problem‑solving, coaching, and building processes that enhance quality, reliability, and throughput. You’re comfortable on the production floor, confident in making data‑based decisions, and committed to continuous improvement. Most importantly, you can balance day‑to‑day execution with long‑term capability development.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS / MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronis, any relevant Engineering courses
• A degree or equivalent with 6+ years of related experience as a SME and people manager
• Technical writing skills to communicate and document designs and procedures
• Verbal communication skills to discuss technical issues with Suppliers, Supplier Engineering, Pilot Manufacturing, and Design Engineering
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal technical guidance
• WFE knowledge, clean tool, Dry/Wet Dep & Etch is an added advantage

Our Commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non‑discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company’s intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on‑site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories – On‑site Flex and Virtual Flex. ‘On‑site Flex’ you’ll work 3+ days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. ‘Virtual Flex’ you’ll work 1-2 days per week on‑site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.