PERSOL APAC Hiring! Full Time Electronics Manufacturing Engineer in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

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