System Definition Engineer

AIXTRON SE; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. seeks skilled Junior and Senior System Definition Engineers to shape system-level architectures for advanced semiconductor equipment.

You will translate complex requirements into robust, scalable concepts spanning mechanical, electrical, automation and process domains. Join a global team of experts, drive cross-functional alignment, and contribute to a state-of-the-art manufacturing hub in Batu Kawan, Penang, with opportunities for growth and international

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 2–10 years of professional experience in system engineering or complex equipment development.
• Strong expertise in system architecture definition and requirements engineering.
• Solid understanding of vacuum systems, thermal systems, mechanical design, materials and process fundamentals.
• Experience in tolerance analysis and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD (Creo), PLM and ERP systems.
• Analytical mindset with strong data analysis capabilities.
• Proven ownership, technical leadership and ability to drive cross-functional alignment.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements across cross-functional interfaces.
• Develop and maintain system schematic architecture, including mechanical, vacuum, thermal, exhaust, power distribution and automation concepts.
• Lead structured risk assessments (FMEA) and drive preventive design decisions.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods such as root cause analysis and 8D for complex technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, CE, SEMI and safety standards.
• Drive change and configuration management across modules and releases.
• Establish high-quality technical documentation standards and mentor others.
• Collaborate closely with global engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Skills

System engineering

Creo CAD

GD&T

Vacuum systems

Thermal systems

Mechanical design

Requirements engineering

PLM/ERP

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

Creo

PLM

ERP systems

Job description

Batu Kawan, Malaysia // Engineering // With Professional Experience

AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment (MOCVD) forthird-generation semiconductor materialssuch asGaN, SiC and GaAs—critical enablers forenergy efficiency, data communications and AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, we hold the#1 market positionin each of the markets we serve and build some of the industry’s most sophisticated high-tech systems. What sets us apart is how we combine deep technology focus, customer orientation and speed of innovation with strong team spirit, agility and a collaborative company culture. Learn more at www.aixtron.com .

AIXTRON’s new manufacturing & engineering hub in Malaysia

We are building a newgreenfield manufacturing and engineering hubinBatu Kawan, Penang. The site will provide astate-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly & testingof our high-end systems and will contribute toengineering for the next generation of products. Operations are planned to start in2027with a rapid ramp-up. Beyond technology, the new location is designed as a modern workplace with state-of-the art office and amenities —built to foster collaboration and a strong focus on people's wellbeing.

Who we are looking for

We are looking forpurpose-driven builders: hands-on professionals with entrepreneurial spirit who enjoy setting up structures, improving processes and taking ownership in a fast-moving environment. As pioneers of our Malaysia site, you will help to shape not only your function, but also how we work together locally — while being connected to a global team of around1,000 employees from ~60 nationalitiesacross Asia, Europe and the US. We offer competitive benefits, outstanding technical expertise, development opportunities, and training.

About the role

We are looking for Junior and Senior System Definition Engineers to join our team. In this role, you will define and shape system-level architectures for advanced semiconductor equipment. You translate complex requirements into robust,scalable,and compliant system concepts, ensuring seamless integration across mechanical, electrical, automation and process domains.

You will act as a technical driver across interfaces, and you navigate competing priorities with confidence. You balance performance, cost, manufacturability, and risk while embedding compliance with international standards and internal governance from the very beginning.

Your work lays the foundation for innovation — turning complexity into clarity and ambition into robust, production-ready systems

Responsibilities

• Define and manage system requirements across cross-functional interfaces


• Develop andmaintainsystem schematic architecture, including mechanical, vacuum, thermal, exhaust, powerdistributionand automation concepts


• Lead structured risk assessments (FMEA) and drive preventive design decisions


• Apply structured problem-solving methods such as root cause analysis and 8D for complex technical issues


• Ensure compliance with ISO, CE,SEMIand safety standards


• Drive change and configuration management across modules and releases


• Establish high-quality technical documentation standards and mentor others


• Collaborate closely with global engineering,manufacturingand supply chain teams

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s orMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related fieldwith


• 2–10 years of professional experience in system engineering or complex equipment development


• Strongexpertisein system architecture definition and requirements engineering


• Solid understanding of vacuum systems, thermal systems, mechanical design,materialsand process fundamentals


• Experience in tolerance analysis, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing


• Proficiencyin 2D, ability to open and read 3D CAD (e.g. Creo), Product LifecycleManagementand enterprise resource planning systems


• Analytical mindset with strong data analysis capabilities


• Proven ownership, technicalleadershipand ability to drive cross-functional alignment


• Fluent Englishcommunicationskills

Working Conditions

• Role based atAIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.


• Majority of work at theBatu Kawansite.


• Occasional travel to Headquarters in Germany or other regional sites