GKN Driveline Hiring! Full Time Plant Engineer - Product - Process in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

Join a world‑leading automotive technology company powering driveline innovations for over 90% of global car manufacturers. As a Process Engineer, you’ll drive process improvements, support new system implementations, and ensure manufacturing excellence through engineering analysis, CNC capability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role is perfect for engineers who enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving, complex technical challenges, and working in a fast‑paced automotive environment.

• Improve and optimize manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflow

• Support PPAP documentation, FTF measurement, and process validation activities

• Review and refine product designs for manufacturability and cost reduction

• Conduct engineering inspections and ensure compliance with IATF 16949/VDA standards

• Analyze process data and drive CI/Kaizen initiatives

• Manage project activities and coordinate with suppliers/subcontractors

• Support product development and solution testing

• Collaborate with internal teams to solve problems and enhance productivity

• Ensure adherence to company HSE policies and safe work practices

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• 3–6 years in automotive manufacturing

• Familiar with IATF 16949 or VDA standards

• Experience in continuous improvement / Kaizen & cost‑saving activities

• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and presenting to management & customers

• Automotive customer exposure preferred

• Able to read/write CNC programming (G‑code/M‑code)

• Skilled in CNC lathe and milling operations

• Proficient in reading engineering drawings & GD&T

• Experience with PLC (Siemens/Fanuc) preferred

• Exposure to induction hardening (advantage)

• Familiar with SPC tools and measurement instruments

• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

• CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks or equivalent)

• Minitab (added advantage)

• Global automotive leader with exposure to top OEMs

• Hands‑on engineering role: CNC, GD&T, PPAP, CI/Kaizen

• Opportunity to drive process excellence and cost improvements

• Ideal for engineers with IATF 16949/VDA experience

• Suitable for candidates with 3–6 years in automotive engineering

• Be part of a global innovator shaping the future of automotive driveline technology

• Hands‑on experience with advanced manufacturing systems and CNC processes

• Drive meaningful improvements that impact quality, cost, and productivity

• Work with international experts and cross‑functional teams

• Continuous learning, development programs & certification opportunities

• Strong career growth potential in a stable global organization