Systems Architect

Cohu Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five-Day Work Week

Flexible Working Arrangement

Overseas Opportunities

Insurance

Job summary

Cohu Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Systems Architect to lead system-level development of complex mechatronic equipment for the semiconductor backend. You will analyze requirements, guide subsystem concepts, and validate designs through modeling and simulation.

The role requires 5+ years in system engineering, strong modeling skills (MATLAB/Simulink, SolidWorks), and the ability to travel up to 20% internationally. Fluent English is essential; German/French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of system-level leadership experience for complex mechatronic systems, preferably in semiconductor backend equipment.
• Proven track record in system engineering, machine concept development, and cross-functional engineering leadership.
• Experience with thermals, motion control, sensor integration, and machine intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system-level requirement analysis and author technical specifications for sub-assembly modules.
• Lead evaluation and selection of technical concepts with domain experts based on function, cost, and risk.
• Ensure architectural consistency and interface compatibility across subsystems and modules.
• Guide development of subsystem concepts and validate via analytical modeling and simulation.
• Facilitate design reviews and track progress against system-level objectives.
• Drive risk assessments and initiate pre-development or technology validation activities.
• Ensure compliance with certification requirements (CE, SEMI, RoHS) and assist in documentation.
• Support patent applications and protection of IP arising from system innovations.
• Present technical solutions and resolve system-level issues with customers and stakeholders.
• Design detailed parts and assemblies as part of the system architecture.

Skills

System architecture leadership

Mechatronics background

MATLAB/Simulink modeling

SolidWorks modeling

Altium

Requirement engineering

Risk management

Certification processes

English communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechatronics/mechanical/electrical engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SolidWorks

Altium

Job description

At Cohu Malaysia, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in the semiconductor industry. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. By joining us, you will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking workforce dedicated to shaping the future of technology.

Unleash your Potential

We are looking for Systems Architects to join our team. In this role, you will act as a systems-level expert for the engineering team.

Impact You Will Make

• Conduct system-level requirement analysis and author technical specifications and design briefs for sub-assembly modules.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of technical concepts in collaboration with domain experts, based on functional, economic, and risk criteria.
• Ensure architectural consistency and interface compatibility across subsystems and modules.
• Guide the development of subsystem concepts and validate their feasibility through analytical modeling and simulation.
• Facilitate design reviews and ensure that development progress aligns with system-level objectives.
• Drive risk assessments and initiate necessary pre-development or technology validation activities.
• Ensure compliance with certification requirements (e.g., CE, SEMI, RoHS) and support the preparation of documentation.
• Support patent applications and the protection of intellectual property arising from system innovations.
• Present technical solutions and resolve system-level issues in collaboration with customers and stakeholders.
• Design detailed parts and assemblies as part of the overall system architecture/plan.
• Any additional tasks and responsibilities, commensurate with knowledge, skills, and abilities, as re-quired by the business.

Our Ideal Candidate

Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field. ((PhD, MSc, MEng, etc. desired)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the system level leadership of the development of complex mechatronic systems, ideally in semiconductor backend equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years as a direct engineer in a discipline.
• Proven track record in system engineering, machine concept development, and cross-functional en-gineering leadership.
• Understanding and/or working experience with thermal systems, motion control, sensor integration, and machine intelligence.
• Experience with requirement engineering, risk management, and certification processes.
• Fluent in SolidWorks detailed design and modeling, or other design tools such as Altium, if relevant to education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink), CAE, and system simulation.
• Excellent English communication skills: German and/or French is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 20%.

Why Join Us?

At Cohu Malaysia, we offer a collaborative work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact on our products and processes.

We value our people and offer them:

• Five-Day Work Week
• Flexible Working Arrangement
• Overseas Opportunities

The Only Company with the Expertise on the Entire Test Cell and Inspection

We deliver leading-edge solutions to enable a smarter, safer, and more connected future.

Cohu offers the broadest portfolio of equipment and services for back-end semiconductor manufacturing, including a one-stop-shop for test and handling equipment, thermal subsystems, test contacting, vision inspection and MEMS test solutions.

Cohu has a Broad Product Portfolio across Diverse Applications

Our enhanced product portfolio gives our customers the best possible combination of technologies to match their business and technical needs.

Our product portfolio is focused on increasing yield, reducing cost of test and accelerating time-to-market.

The Only Company with the Expertise on the Entire Test Cell and Inspection

We deliver leading-edge solutions to enable a smarter, safer, and more connected future.

Cohu offers the broadest portfolio of equipment and services for back-end semiconductor manufacturing, including a one-stop-shop for test and handling equipment, thermal subsystems, test contacting, vision inspection and MEMS test solutions.

Cohu has a Broad Product Portfolio across Diverse Applications

Our enhanced product portfolio gives our customers the best possible combination of technologies to match their business and technical needs.

Our product portfolio is focused on increasing yield, reducing cost of test and accelerating time-to-market.

Perks and benefits Medical Education support Dental Parking Sports&Social Activities, Insurance, Fixed&Variabl

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