Mechanical Design Lead

Mechanical Design Lead (R&D)

Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang

Working Arrangement: Full-Time, Fully On-site

Salary: Up to RM15,000/month

Role Overview

We are hiring a Mechanical Design Lead (R&D) on behalf of our client, a technology company specializing in Automated Test Systems (ATS) and related equipment for semiconductor and industrial applications.

In this role, you will lead a small team of 2–3 Mechanical Engineers and oversee the mechanical design and development of automation and test equipment from concept through production. You will work closely with Electrical, Hardware, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to deliver reliable, precise, and manufacturable products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new products from concept through production release.
• Lead and mentor a small team of Mechanical Engineers and provide technical direction throughout projects.
• Design and develop mechanical systems for automated test equipment, including enclosures, sheet metal chassis, mechanisms, fixtures, and related assemblies.
• Perform engineering analysis including tolerance stack-up, structural calculations, component sizing, and simulation where applicable.
• Apply GD&T, DFM, DFA, DFR, and DFC principles to achieve product performance, quality, reliability, and cost targets.
• Develop prototypes and coordinate verification, validation, reliability, and characterization testing.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design and manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate with Electrical, Hardware, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external partners throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including specifications, drawings, test plans, reports, and engineering change documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement through new technologies, design methodologies, simulation tools, and AI-assisted engineering workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or above in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical product development, preferably within R&D, semiconductor equipment, automation, or related manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in leading complex mechanical design or product development projects.
• Experience leading, supervising, or mentoring a team of engineers.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of precision mechanical design, GD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, and equipment/enclosure design.
• Experience in automation systems, semiconductor equipment, automated test systems, or precision industrial equipment is highly preferred.
• Experience with PCB integration or mechanical packaging for electronic equipment is an advantage.
• Experience with FEA, CFD, or other engineering simulation tools is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Good command of English is required.