Technician 3, Equipment Maintenance

Analog Devices Sdn. Bhd.; Penang; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking a Senior Technician in Penang, Malaysia, to ensure operational readiness of manufacturing equipment. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, and mentoring junior technicians. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in engineering, 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, and relevant skills in equipment performance improvement. This position supports a safe and organized work environment while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Relevant experience in semiconductor assembly manufacturing environment.
• Experience in equipment performance improvement and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead scheduled Preventive Maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on technical upgrades.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.
• Maintain excellent 5S practices within equipment areas.

Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Equipment Recovery

Process Improvement

Mentoring

Education

Diploma in Engineering (preferable mechatronics)

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, digital healthcare, climate change mitigation, and reliable human connectivity. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay ahead of what’s possible™.

Job Summary

The Senior Technician supports the maintenance and operational readiness of all Front‑of‑Line (FOL) equipment. This role performs advanced preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment recovery, parts management, and continuous improvement activities to ensure high equipment uptime and stable manufacturing performance. The Senior Technician also mentors junior technicians and plays an active role in maintaining a safe, organized, world‑class manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and lead scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities for FOL equipment to ensure reliability and compliance with maintenance standards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and restore equipment functionality with minimal downtime.
• Conduct equipment conversion and device changeover activities according to production requirements.
• Execute improvement projects to enhance equipment performance, reduce downtime, and increase productivity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement technical upgrades, equipment modifications, and process improvements.
• Perform technical investigations related to MRB, stop‑start, out‑of‑control action plan (OCAP), and other quality‑related cases.
• Prepare and present clear summary reports with findings, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure proper maintenance and verification of ESD devices, grounding systems, and equipment safety controls.
• Provide day‑to‑day technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians, supporting skill development and knowledge transfer.
• Support training programs, documentation updates, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain excellent 5S practices within equipment areas and PM rooms, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and readiness for audits.
• Support continuous audit readiness and housekeeping improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering (preferable mechatronics).
• 3years’ experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Relevant experience in semiconductor assembly manufacturing environment.
• Export licensing review may be required for access to technical data; applicants except U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and protected individuals may be required to go through an export licensing review process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Analog Devices is an equal‑opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Requirements

Job Req Type: Experienced | Required Travel: No | Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days