Head of Mechanical Engineering
Cohu · Malaysia
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At Cohu Malaysia, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence in the semiconductor industry. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. By joining us, you will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking workforce dedicated to shaping the future of technology.
Unleash your Potential
As the Head of Mechanical Engineering, you will work with a team of engineers to deliver new technologies to customers by developing high-quality features.
You will play an important role in:
1. Engineering Leadership & Strategy
Lead and manage the mechanical engineering department supporting test handler platforms.
Define and execute the mechanical engineering roadmap aligned with business, technology, and
product strategies.
Establish best practices in design standards, documentation, and engineering governance.
Mentor, develop, and performance-manage mechanical engineering teams (design, analysis, validation).
2. Product Development & Design Excellence
Oversee mechanical design of semiconductor test handlers, including:
Precision motion systems (linear, rotary, indexing)
Thermal control systems (heating, cooling, contactor alignment)
Structural frames, tooling, and fixturing
High-speed and high-accuracy mechanisms
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Drive Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
(PFMEA), tolerance analysis, and risk assessments.
Review and approve mechanical designs, drawings, and BOMs.
3. Manufacturing, Quality & Reliability
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure Design for Manufacturability
(DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Cost (DFC).
Lead root cause analysis for field failures and manufacturing issues 8D.
Drive improvements in MTBF, uptime, yield, and serviceability.
Support NPI, pilot builds, and production ramp-up.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Electrical, Software, Test Engineering, Process, and Applications teams to deliver
fully integrated test handler systems.
Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and partners on technical requirements, specifications, and
issue resolution.
Support customer technical reviews, audits, and escalations when required.
5. Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Champion continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
Drive cost reduction, cycle time reduction, and performance enhancement initiatives.
Evaluate and introduce new materials, mechanisms, and technologies relevant to semiconductor
test equipment.
6. Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with SEMI standards, CE, ISO, and internal safety requirements.
Enforce engineering change management and configuration control.
To be successful in this role, you need to have:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (master’s degree preferred).
10–15+ years of mechanical engineering experience in semiconductor equipment, preferably test handlers or related automation equipment.
5+ years in a people management or engineering leadership role.
Strong background in precision mechanisms, automation, and high-volume manufacturing.
Deep expertise in mechanical design for semiconductor equipment or industries using complex automation machines.
Proficiency in CAD tools.
Strong knowledge of: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Thermal and vibration considerations, Pneumatics, motors, actuators, bearings
Reliability engineering and FMEA
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI), lifecycle management, and change control.
Strong technical leadership and decision-making skills.
Ability to build, motivate, and retain high-performing teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Why Join Us?
At Cohu Malaysia, we offer a collaborative work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a significant impact on our products and processes.
We value our people and offer them:
Five-Day Work Week
Flexible Working Arrangement
Comprehensive Benefits
Continuous Learning
Overseas Opportunities
Apply Today!
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and work with a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology, apply now to join Cohu Malaysia as a Head of Mechanical Engineering. We welcome talented professionals from both local and expatriate backgrounds.
Unleash your Potential As the Head of Mechanical Engineering, you will work with a team of engineers to deliver new technologies to customers by developing high-quality features.