Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

Position : Senior Electronics Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Taman Perindustrian Batu Kawan, 14100 Simpang Ampat, Seberang Perai Selatan, Penang

Industry: Healthcare

Contract: 24 months via PERSOL

Working Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Salary: (based on experience & skills)

What You'll Be Doing

Manufacturing Process Engineering

• Act as the key technical manufacturing interface between the business and contract manufacturers
• Design, optimize, and improve manufacturing processes, production flow, tooling, and equipment utilization
• Drive process validation, manufacturing transfers, and new process implementation activities
• Support electronic manufacturing processes, including PCBA assembly, electrical assembly, and product testing
• Ensure manufacturing operations comply with Medical Device Regulations and quality standards

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action activities for manufacturing issues
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and analytical tools to drive operational improvements
• Identify process optimization opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites
• Monitor equipment and manufacturing performance to maintain product quality and reliability

Contract Manufacturer & Supplier Management

• Oversee technical manufacturing activities across a network of contract manufacturing partners
• Collaborate with suppliers producing finished medical devices, including labeling and packaging operations
• Provide day-to-day technical support and guidance to manufacturing partners
• Drive supplier process improvements and manufacturing readiness initiatives
• Manage multiple engineering projects and improvement portfolios simultaneously

Global Project & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional teams across Penang, Scotland, Mexico, and China
• Lead project timelines, deliverables, and process improvement programs
• Present technical findings, recommendations, and project updates to stakeholders
• Support manufacturing strategy and business-critical initiatives globally

What We're Looking For

✔ Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline

✔ 4-5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience

✔ Strong background in Electronics Manufacturing

✔ Hands-on experience with:

• PCBA Manufacturing
• Electronic Components
• Electrical Assemblies
• Product Testing
• Manufacturing Process Development

✔ Mandatory experience within:

• Medical Device Industry

OR

• Highly regulated industries such as Electronics or Aerospace

✔ Strong knowledge of Medical Device Regulations and regulatory compliance requirements

✔ Experience supporting Contract Manufacturing environments

✔ Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

✔ Practical experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

✔ Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills

✔ Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing abilities

✔ Fluent in English and Mandarin to support regional suppliers and stakeholders

Why Join This Opportunity

• Work with a globally recognized healthcare technology company
• Gain exposure to international stakeholders across Mexico, Scotland, China, and Malaysia
• Support cutting-edge medical device manufacturing technologies
• Collaborate with leading contract manufacturers such as Plexus and other global suppliers
• Drive impactful manufacturing improvement and transformation initiatives
• Travel internationally and expand your global manufacturing expertise
• Potential opportunity for permanent conversion based on performance and business needs