Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance

Aitomic Jobs; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital seeks an Equipment Maintenance Technician (Technician 3) to maintain sputter tools on a media manufacturing line in Bayan Lepas, Penang. This on-site role requires initiative, collaboration, and learning, with a 12-hour AWS shift and overtime as needed.

Qualifications include a Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics and 3–6 years’ manufacturing maintenance experience; familiarity with vacuum systems and diagnostic tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma orAdvanced/Higher Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Experience in equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Willingness to work 12-hour AWS shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sputter equipment per schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and control failures.
• Document maintenance activities and assist engineers in improvement projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Control systems

Vacuum tech

Education

Diploma or Advanced/Higher Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Short Summary

Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance with Western Digital. Western Digital The next big thing in data is you! As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Technician 3, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance
• Organization: Western Digital
• Country / coverage: Malaysia
• Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Information Technology
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-09-02
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

Western Digital The next big thing in data is you! As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line. The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think on their feet. Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on sputter equipment according to maintenance schedules. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and control system failures . Perform equipment inspections and ensure machines operate within specified performance conditions. Document maintenance activities, equipment failures, and corrective actions in maintenance databases. Provide technical support to junior technicians during troubleshooting and equipment recovery . Support engineers in equipment improvement projects, machine upgrades, and system modifications . Analyze recurring equipment problems and provide improvement suggestions to engineers. Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and measurement instruments for troubleshooting. Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and cleanroom standards . Support production during equipment recovery to minimize downtime. REQUIRED: Diploma or Advanced/Higher Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Electromechanical Engineering . Minimum 3–6 years of experience in equipment maintenance in manufacturing environment. Experience working with vacuum systems or sputtering equipment is preferred. Ability to interpret electrical schematics and system diagrams . Experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes . Ability to work in 12-hour AWS shift environment . PREFERRED: Experience in a sputter media or semiconductor manufacturing environment. Knowledge of high-vacuum technology, plasma processes, or thin-film deposition systems. SKILLS: Strong troubleshooting capability in mechanical, electrical, and control systems . Good understanding of vacuum systems and sputter equipment operation . Ability to guide junior technicians during maintenance activities. Good problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong teamwork and communication with engineers and cross-functional teams. #LI-LK1 WD 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. WD 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. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email [e-mail] .

Responsibilities

• Western Digital The next big thing in data is you!
• As Equipment Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining specific tools on a media manufacturing production line.
• The successful candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and collaborate effectively; they will demonstrate a willingness to learn, flexibility, creative problem solving, exemplary communication skills and an ability to think…
• Candidates must be flexible to work a 12 hour AWS Shift and overtime, as required by the team.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on sputter equipment according to maintenance schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and control system failures .

Requirements / Eligibility

• ility to work in 12-hour AWS shift environment .
• PREFERRED: Experience in a sputter media or semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of high-vacuum technology, plasma processes, or thin-film deposition systems.
• SKILLS: Strong troubleshooting capability in mechanical, electrical, and control systems .