Senior Equipment Engineer

To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the Penang site as a Senior Equipment Engineer For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative.

For a better and sustainable world. We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication. In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.

What You'll Do

Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, and BOMs for vacuum capacitor production equipment. Enhance equipment performance, reliability, product quality, and manufacturing yield through continuous improvement initiatives. Troubleshoot production and equipment issues, conduct failure analysis, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.

Manage preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, and certification activities to ensure operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies and support efficient manufacturing operations.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant industry experience. Strong knowledge of vacuum capacitor technology, precision mechanics, automation systems, and semiconductor equipment manufacturing. Experience in process optimization, statistical process control (SPC), and data-driven manufacturing improvement.

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality and operational efficiency. Experience using ERP and project management tools such as SAP and JIRA, along with proficiency in Solid. Works 3D mechanical modeling. Why join us? Break new ground with us: Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges Benefit from flexible working options Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing Work with international colleagues and grow as a team Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered. Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd PMT 1342, Lorong Perindustrian Bukit Minyak 20 Taman Lorong Perindustrian Bukit Minyak 14100 Simpang Ampat Pulau Pinang, Malaysia comet.tech/careers