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About AIXTRON
AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment (MOCVD) forthird-generation semiconductor materialssuch asGaN, SiC and GaAs—critical enablers forenergy efficiency, data communications and AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, we hold the#1 market positionin each of the markets we serve and build some of the industry's most sophisticated high-tech systems. What sets us apart is how we combine deep technology focus, customer orientation and speed of innovation with strong team spirit, agility and a collaborative company culture. Learn more atwww.aixtron.com.
AIXTRON's new manufacturing & engineering hub in Malaysia
We are building a newgreenfield manufacturing and engineering hubinBatu Kawan, Penang. The site will provide astate-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly & testingof our high-end systems and will contribute toengineering for the next generation of products. Operations are planned to start in2027with a rapid ramp-up. Beyond technology, the new location is designed as a modern workplace with state-of-the art office and amenities —built to foster collaboration and a strong focus on people's wellbeing.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking forpurpose-driven builders: hands-on professionals with entrepreneurial spirit who enjoy setting up structures, improving processes and taking ownership in a fast-moving environment. As pioneers of our Malaysia site, you will help to shape not only your function, but also how we work together locally — while being connected to a global team of around1,000 employees from 60 nationalitiesacross Asia, Europe and the US. We offer competitive benefits, outstanding technical expertise, development opportunities, and training.
About The Role
We are looking for Junior and Senior Mechanical Design Project Engineers to join our team. In this role, you will define and shape system-level architectures for advanced semiconductor equipment. You translate complex requirements into robust,scalable,and compliant system concepts, ensuring seamless integration across mechanical, electrical, automation and process domains.
You will act as a technical driver across interfaces, and you navigate competing priorities with confidence. You balance performance, cost, manufacturability, and risk while embedding compliance with international standards and internal governance from the very beginning.
Your work lays the foundation for innovation — turning complexity into clarity and ambition into robust, production-ready systems
Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
Feste Anstellung, unbefristet
About AIXTRON
AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment (MOCVD) forthird-generation semiconductor materialssuch asGaN, SiC and GaAs—critical enablers forenergy efficiency, data communications and AI infrastructure. Headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, we hold the#1 market positionin each of the markets we serve and build some of the industry's most sophisticated high-tech systems. What sets us apart is how we combine deep technology focus, customer orientation and speed of innovation with strong team spirit, agility and a collaborative company culture. Learn more atwww.aixtron.com.
AIXTRON's new manufacturing & engineering hub in Malaysia
We are building a newgreenfield manufacturing and engineering hubinBatu Kawan, Penang. The site will provide astate-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly & testingof our high-end systems and will contribute toengineering for the next generation of products. Operations are planned to start in2027with a rapid ramp-up. Beyond technology, the new location is designed as a modern workplace with state-of-the art office and amenities —built to foster collaboration and a strong focus on people's wellbeing.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking forpurpose-driven builders: hands-on professionals with entrepreneurial spirit who enjoy setting up structures, improving processes and taking ownership in a fast-moving environment. As pioneers of our Malaysia site, you will help to shape not only your function, but also how we work together locally — while being connected to a global team of around1,000 employees from 60 nationalitiesacross Asia, Europe and the US. We offer competitive benefits, outstanding technical expertise, development opportunities, and training.
About The Role
We are looking for Junior and Senior Mechanical Design Project Engineers to join our team. In this role, you will define and shape system-level architectures for advanced semiconductor equipment. You translate complex requirements into robust,scalable,and compliant system concepts, ensuring seamless integration across mechanical, electrical, automation and process domains.
You will act as a technical driver across interfaces, and you navigate competing priorities with confidence. You balance performance, cost, manufacturability, and risk while embedding compliance with international standards and internal governance from the very beginning.
Your work lays the foundation for innovation — turning complexity into clarity and ambition into robust, production-ready systems
Responsibilities
- Define and manage system requirements across cross-functional interfaces
- Develop andmaintainsystem schematic architecture, including mechanical, vacuum, thermal, exhaust, powerdistributionand automation concepts
- Lead structured risk assessments (FMEA) and drive preventive design decisions
- Apply structured problem-solving methods such as root cause analysis and 8D for complex technical issues
- Ensure compliance with ISO, CE,SEMIand safety standards
- Drive change and configuration management across modules and releases
- Establish high-quality technical documentation standards and mentor others
- Collaborate closely with global engineering,manufacturingand supply chain teams
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's orMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related fieldwith
- 2–10 years of professional experience in system engineering or complex equipment development
- Strongexpertisein system architecture definition and requirements engineering
- Solid understanding of vacuum systems, thermal systems, mechanical design,materialsand process fundamentals
- Experience in tolerance analysis, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Proficiencyin 2D, ability to open and read 3D CAD (e.g. Creo), Product LifecycleManagementand enterprise resource planning systems
- Analytical mindset with strong data analysis capabilities
- Proven ownership, technicalleadershipand ability to drive cross-functional alignment
- Fluent Englishcommunicationskills
- Role based atAIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
- Majority of work at theBatu Kawansite.
- Occasional travel to Headquarters in Germany or other regional sites
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