Senior Associate Engineer / Associate Engineer - Test Equipment

ASE Singapore Pte Ltd; Northland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASE Singapore Pte Ltd in New Zealand is seeking engineers to support multiple product lines. The role focuses on managing handler lifecycle, ensuring documentation and change control, and collaborating with engineering, PM, and NPI teams to drive improvements.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree or diploma, a solid understanding of manufacturing and quality processes, and a willingness to work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in mechanical/electronics/electrical or any Engineering field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality processes; experience with handler systems is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering group activities including handler lifecycle management and change control.
• Assess and improve handler capabilities to meet production and customer needs.
• Coordinate with PM and NPI groups on calibration, testing, and tooling improvements.
• Attend production meetings and document lessons for line maintenance.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Handler systems

Quality processes

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Engineering Group

• Manage new handler buy-off lifecycle including documentation, system updates, procedure standardization, matrix maintenance & change control

• Assess and improve handler capabilities to meet production and customer needs, including capability studies and new handler evaluations-provide daily progress updates

• Ensure handler compatibility with design rules through implementation and collaboration with engineering and NPI teams to minimize constraints

• Identify and resolve handler-related issues and contribute to process improvements
  

PM Group

• Perform internal/external calibrations, generate verification criteria

• Coordinate with planners for efficient handler swaps/releases,

• Track post-release handler performance and maintain detailed records

• Develop and refine PM/calibration checklists to minimize machine failures

• Manage daily inventory handovers and maintain optimal spare stock levels

• Partner with Engineering and NPI teams on workflow and improvement projects

• Integrate improvement projects during scheduled PM/calibration

• Establish a system for efficient handler release to support 12 by 7 operations

• Attend production meetings, troubleshoot machine issues, and develop/distribute "one-point lessons" for line maintenance

NPI Group

• Responsible for leading smooth production transfers by collaborating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders

• Establish and maintain a robust communication system to manage the dynamic priorities inherent in New Product Introduction (NPI) processes

• Manage consignment hardware setup, resolve test setup challenges, and oversee tooling and spare parts procurement, including acting as a liaison with suppliers

• Ensure supplier compliance with quality standards via product assessments

• Develop and maintain documentation for design rules, improvements, and related hardware and software

• Collaborate with the engineering and preventive maintenance team for continuous process improvement

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in mechanical/electronics/electrical or any Engineering field

• Strong understanding of manufacturing and quality processes and experience with handler systems and integration processes are advantages

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft office

• Observant, team-player, problem-solver, able to independently

• Candidates with experience can be considered for senior role

• Graduates without any experience are also welcomed to apply