Test Technician (Johor Bahru)

ESCATEC Group; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ESCATEC Group is seeking a Test Technician in Malaysia to maintain and improve tester and functional test systems. The role focuses on minimizing downtime, troubleshooting issues, and supporting NPI and engineering changes while ensuring tester readiness and reliability.

The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, setup and buy-off of testers and ICT/MDA, and contribute to continuous improvement through GR&R/Cpk studies and root cause analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in PCBA and functional test systems troubleshooting.
• Strong experience in automated test systems and instrumentation troubleshooting.
• Experience in tester setup, debugging, buy-off and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of GR&R and Cpk studies for tester performance evaluation.
• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action for tester failures.
• Good understanding of tester continuous improvement, test yield improvement and downtime reduction.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently, self-motivated, committed, result-oriented and as a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve tester downtime issues promptly to minimize production impact.
• Ensure availability of support during production runs to minimize production impact.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring tester failures.
• Maintain and upgrade test systems to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Perform new tester & ICT/MDA setup, debugging, and buy-off, ensuring the tester & ICT/MDA meets performance targets defined by Management, including GR&R and Cpk studies for both in-house and customer-consigned testers.
• Perform preventive maintenance on testers.
• Responsible for the tester continuous improvement towards tester optimization, test yield improvement and tester downtime reduction.
• Responsible for creating Passed/Failed test samples.
• Ensure availability and control of tester spare parts.
• Support NPI and engineering change activities by ensuring tester readiness and capability.
• Prepare complete test documentation for the tester.
• Perform any other duties assigned by superior.

Skills

PCBA testing

Automated test systems

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Tester setup

Root cause analysis

GR&R & Cpk

Test yield optimization

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Team player

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

We specialize in designing and manufacturing high-grade electronics and electro-mechanical solutions for disruptive Industrial, Medical, and Transportation OEMs. With a commitment to innovation and quality, we strive to deliver exceptional products that meet the highest standards. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and providing our clients with cutting-edge solutions that drive their success. Join us and be a part of a dynamic company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

The Role

The Test Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and improving tester and functional test systems to ensure reliable tester performance and minimize production downtime. The role also supports tester setup, debugging, preventive maintenance, NPI and engineering changes, while ensuring tester readiness, capability and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve tester downtime issues promptly to minimize production impact.
• Ensure availability of support during production runs to minimize production impact.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring tester failures.
• Maintain and upgrade test systems to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Perform new tester & ICT/MDA setup, debugging, and buy-off, ensuring the tester & ICT/MDA meets performance targets defined by Management, including GR&R and Cpk studies for both in-house and customer-consigned testers.
• Perform preventive maintenance on testers.
• Responsible for the tester continuous improvement towards tester optimization, test yield improvement and tester downtime reduction.
• Responsible for creating Passed/Failed test samples.
• Ensure availability and control of tester spare parts.
• Support NPI and engineering change activities by ensuring tester readiness and capability.
• Prepare complete test documentation for the tester.
• Perform any other duties assigned by superior.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in PCBA and functional test systems troubleshooting.
• Strong experience in automated test systems and instrumentation troubleshooting.
• Experience in tester setup, debugging, buy-off and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of GR&R and Cpk studies for tester performance evaluation.
• Experience in root cause analysis and corrective action for tester failures.
• Good understanding of tester continuous improvement, test yield improvement and downtime reduction.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently, self-motivated, committed, result-oriented and as a good team player.

Qualifications

Diploma in Electronics, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.