Electro-Mechanical Engineer

About the Position

We are looking for an Electro-Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Batu Kawan, Malaysia. This role is pivotal in designing and optimizing complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies for our cutting-edge semiconductor equipment.

About AIXTRON

AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment for third-generation semiconductor materials such as GaN, SiC, and GaAs. We are headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, and hold the #1 market position in each of the markets we serve. Our new manufacturing and engineering hub in Malaysia will provide a state-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly and testing of our high-end systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies and multi-interface architectures
• Develop robust tolerance concepts and geometric dimensioning strategies
• Integrate vacuum systems, power distribution elements, sensors, actuators, and motion components
• Define scalable control architecture and programmable logic controller topology for modular systems
• Lead system-level trade-offs, manage requirements, and ensure interface alignment
• Drive Design for Manufacturing and cost-optimized solutions across the product lifecycle
• Conduct structured root cause analysis and support risk assessments such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Manage technical changes within Product Lifecycle Management systems and mitigate cross-module impacts
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, drawings, and specifications in English

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering
• 2–10 years of professional experience in electro-mechanical system design
• Strong expertise in 3D Computer Aided Design tools (e.g., Creo) and Product Lifecycle Management systems
• Solid knowledge of electro-mechanical architecture, materials engineering, and vacuum technology
• Experience with power distribution, automation topology, and motion systems
• Structured problem-solving skills and analytical mindset
• Familiarity with ISO, CE, and SEMI standards
• Proven ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and learning agility
• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken)

Working Conditions

• Role based at AIXTRON Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
• Majority of work at the Batu Kawan site
• Occasional travel to Headquarters in Germany or other regional sites

We Offer

• Competitive benefits
• Outstanding technical expertise
• Development opportunities and training
• A modern workplace designed to foster collaboration and focus on people's wellbeing

About the Company

AIXTRON is a technology and innovation-driven market leader in deposition equipment for third-generation semiconductor materials such as GaN, SiC, and GaAs. We are headquartered in Herzogenrath, Germany, and hold the #1 market position in each of the markets we serve. Our new manufacturing and engineering hub in Malaysia will provide a state-of-the-art cleanroom environment for assembly and testing of our high-end systems.