About the Position

Laboratory Coordinator

Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros) in 2020 and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia, a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan Penang. The plant focuses on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Role Overview

This role is about ensuring a technical laboratory can operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. You will take ownership of the systems and processes around the laboratory, working at the intersection of engineering, facilities, HSE, quality, IT, and external suppliers.

During the initial phase, you will play a key role in bringing new laboratory infrastructure and equipment into operation. You will coordinate open topics across multiple stakeholders, establish the required processes, and drive the lab toward operational readiness.

Once the laboratory is established, you will ensure that it remains controlled, compliant, documented, and continuously improved.

Responsibilities

Lab Build-Up & Equipment Readiness

Coordinate laboratory infrastructure readiness including utilities, ESD, IT/networking, access, safety, and equipment installation requirements
Coordinate delivery, installation, commissioning, and acceptance of new laboratory equipment
Work with engineering teams, facilities, suppliers, logistics, and other support functions to resolve open topics
Track dependencies, risks, responsibilities, and deadlines and actively drive actions to closure
Coordinate equipment documentation, calibration, qualification, and handover into regular operation

Lab Operations & Processes

Define, implement, and maintain laboratory processes, SOPs, and work instructions
Coordinate laboratory operations and ensure equipment and infrastructure remain ready for use
Establish clear responsibilities, workflows, and escalation paths
Maintain structured documentation and ensure process and equipment changes remain traceable
Identify operational gaps and continuously improve laboratory efficiency, robustness, and scalability

Equipment & Maintenance Coordination

Establish and coordinate preventive maintenance and calibration activities
Maintain an overview of equipment status, upcoming service activities, and open technical issues
Coordinate equipment repairs and technical support with internal experts and external suppliers
Support spare-part, service, and supplier management
Develop sufficient technical understanding of the equipment to recognize abnormal behavior and initiate the appropriate escalation

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure laboratory activities comply with HSE, ESD, quality, and audit requirements
Coordinate risk assessments, safety documentation, and required approvals
Ensure equipment and laboratory processes meet applicable calibration, documentation, and traceability requirements
Prepare the laboratory for internal and external audits
Drive corrective actions resulting from audits, incidents, or identified process gaps

Coordination & Interfaces

Act as the central interface between the laboratory and engineering, facilities, HSE, quality, IT, logistics, purchasing, and suppliers
Coordinate activities across multiple stakeholders and ensure responsibilities are clear
Maintain transparency on laboratory readiness, risks, dependencies, and open actions
Support equipment procurement, transfers, logistics, and supplier activities
Ensure important issues are escalated early and followed through to resolution

Requirements

BSc or MSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Measurement Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical field
Experience working in an engineering laboratory, test environment, production/fab environment, or similar technical organization
Good understanding of technical equipment and laboratory infrastructure
Strong organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills
Fluent written and spoken English

Nice to Have

Experience with measurement or automated test equipment
Experience with equipment installation, commissioning, or qualification
Knowledge of ESD, HSE, calibration, MSA, or quality systems
Experience with preventive maintenance and equipment management
Experience with technical purchasing, logistics, or supplier coordination
Basic understanding of electronics, measurement hardware, or software
Experience in semiconductor, electronics, or other high-tech manufacturing environments

We Offer

Real ownership of how a technical laboratory is built and operated
Opportunity to shape laboratory processes and standards from the beginning
Exposure to complex, multidisciplinary engineering equipment and technologies
Close collaboration with international engineering teams and suppliers
A role where your work has a direct impact on laboratory readiness and effectiveness
Benefits: Company Insurances, Leave Entitlement, Transport Allowance, Flexi Work hours, Meal Subsidy, competitive employer EPF contribution, Performance Bonus, Contractual Bonus etc.
Work in a fast-growing semiconductor environment.
Take ownership of impactful tasks and profit from Career development opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on a global scale.
Be part of a strong, intercultural team with high team spirit

About the Company

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Laboratory Coordinator

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