Job Req ID: 29046

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Review and abide by all Company policies in the latest revision of the Employee Handbook.
Shall comply with all terms and conditions of any applicable employment agreement.
Support CM (Contract Manufacturer) to operate SMT/DIP equipment, troubleshoot PCBA production issues and implement corrective actions promptly, minimize downtime, optimize production parameters, and ensure continuous production improvement.
Support necessary documentation of processes, procedures, and work instructions to help CM comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate and cross-function with related PCBA manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and quality assurance teams to assist CM in implementing design changes and process improvements.
Apply lean production (e.g., M360, Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping) to help CM streamline workflows, reduce waste, and shorten production cycle times. Analyze and optimize workstation layouts and designs to enhance production efficiency
Support CM in estimating PCBA production times and developing schedules to meet customer demand and delivery timelines.
Execute the First Article Inspections (FAI), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) audits at CM, and provide improvement recommendations.
Familiarity with MES or Shop Floor Control Systems (SFCS) is considered an added advantage.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet work demands.
Willingness to support company assignments, including overtime and overseas travel (e.g., the U.S., Taiwan) for short-term missions of up to one (1) month.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred; candidates with around 5+ years of relevant experience in the PCBA or electronics manufacturing environment will be considered an added advantage.
Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, including customers, which is an advantage to the candidate.
Working knowledge or exposure to electronic components used in PCBA, raw PCB materials, mechanical parts, and SMT, DIP, or functional test (FT) assembly processes is preferable.
Hands-on exposure to motherboard or computer/server device assembly, including electrical components, testing, and inspection activities, is considered an added value.
Possesses strong analytical and practical problem-solving skills, with familiarity or exposure to structured problem-solving tools such as 8D or Six Sigma being an added advantage; related certifications (e.g., PMP) are beneficial but not mandatory.
Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
Familiarity with hands-on experience in managing Contract Manufacturers (CM), is considered an added advantage.
Experience with Fortune 500 EMS/ODM/OEM electronics manufacturing companies is highly preferred but not necessary.

Sr. Production Engineer