EMEmerson
Process Engineering Section Manager
Malaysia Posted 27 Oct 2026
FULL TIME
factory automation
Inspection
Tpm
Spc
Fmea
+3 more
Job Description
Job Description
In this role, your responsibilities will be
Process ownership and control
You lead with data and remain closely connected to the production floor. You make decisive calls in high-pressure situations, hold your team to high standards, and build cross-functional confidence by following through consistently.
For this role, you will need:
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we’re driven by a collaborative mindset that enables our diverse, multicultural teams worldwide to build innovation that helps make the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invite you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We’ve created an engaged community of curious, committed people who flourish in an environment where they feel welcomed, trusted, recognized, and empowered to help solve the world’s most complex challenges—for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll play a role in this meaningful work while developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We’re also proud to be a responsible corporate citizen in every community where we operate, with a commitment to our people, our communities, and the broader world. We take this responsibility seriously and aim to deliver a meaningful impact through every effort.
At Emerson, you’ll see that our people are at the core of everything we do. So, let’s move forward—think differently, learn, work together, and grow. Look for opportunity, challenge boundaries, and be empowered to improve what we make. Let’s go—together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Individuals holding temporary visas, including E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN, or anyone who requires sponsorship for work authorization now or later, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and need help accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [HIDDEN TEXT] .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. With deep domain expertise and a strong legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries—including life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical, and advanced factory automation—operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability.
With global operations and a broad portfolio of software and technology, we help companies enable digital transformation to measurably improve operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance safety.
We provide equitable opportunities, value diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence—because together, we can make an impact across a wide range of countries and industries. Whether you’re an experienced professional considering a career change, an undergraduate exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find an opportunity to make a difference at Emerson. Join our team—let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
In this role, your responsibilities will be
Process ownership and control
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing ownership for PCBA (SMT, reflow, wave/selective soldering, press-fit, conformal coating, AOI/X-ray) as well as final assembly and testing.
- Define and maintain process controls, including PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, SPC, and process capability (Cpk) target setting and monitoring.
- Drive structured troubleshooting and improvement using methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, root cause analysis, and corrective action to resolve yield, quality, and line-stoppage issues.
- Set and deliver annual targets for first-pass yield, scrap, cycle time, and cost of poor quality.
- Champion Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Identify, evaluate, and justify capital investments in equipment and automation, managing the path from business case through qualification.
- Collaborate with R&D early in the design phase to deliver DFM/DFA feedback and strengthen manufacturability decisions.
- Own process development and qualification for new products, guiding activities from pilot builds through ramp-up to volume manufacturing.
- Manage engineering changes (ECO/ECN) and coordinate product transfers between sites.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of process engineers and technicians; set team goals and conduct performance reviews.
- Build technical depth and succession planning within the team, including recruiting and onboarding.
- Reinforce a safety-first mindset and ensure compliance with EHS, ESD, and quality system requirements.
- Partner with Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Test Engineering to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
- Support customer and internal audit activities (ISO 9001, IPC standards) and address supplier process issues.
- Track and report process KPIs and improvement status to site and global leadership.
You lead with data and remain closely connected to the production floor. You make decisive calls in high-pressure situations, hold your team to high standards, and build cross-functional confidence by following through consistently.
For this role, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
- 12+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in electronics manufacturing, including 5+ years leading engineers.
- Hands-on expertise in PCBA processes (SMT, soldering, inspection) and working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001.
- Documented success improving yield, quality, or cost through SPC, FMEA, and structured problem solving.
- Experience overseeing equipment maintenance and executing preventive maintenance activities.
- Experience launching new products into volume production.
- Strong communication skills in English, including the ability to present to senior leadership.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt; Lean certification.
- Experience in high-mix, low-to-mid volume manufacturing of test, measurement or industrial electronics.
- Experience with OEE and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance).
- Familiarity with factory automation, MES, or smart-factory data systems.
- Experience collaborating with global R&D organizations and managing product transfers between sites.
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we’re driven by a collaborative mindset that enables our diverse, multicultural teams worldwide to build innovation that helps make the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. We invite you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We’ve created an engaged community of curious, committed people who flourish in an environment where they feel welcomed, trusted, recognized, and empowered to help solve the world’s most complex challenges—for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll play a role in this meaningful work while developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We’re also proud to be a responsible corporate citizen in every community where we operate, with a commitment to our people, our communities, and the broader world. We take this responsibility seriously and aim to deliver a meaningful impact through every effort.
At Emerson, you’ll see that our people are at the core of everything we do. So, let’s move forward—think differently, learn, work together, and grow. Look for opportunity, challenge boundaries, and be empowered to improve what we make. Let’s go—together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Individuals holding temporary visas, including E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN, or anyone who requires sponsorship for work authorization now or later, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and need help accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [HIDDEN TEXT] .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. With deep domain expertise and a strong legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries—including life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical, and advanced factory automation—operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability.
With global operations and a broad portfolio of software and technology, we help companies enable digital transformation to measurably improve operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance safety.
We provide equitable opportunities, value diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence—because together, we can make an impact across a wide range of countries and industries. Whether you’re an experienced professional considering a career change, an undergraduate exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find an opportunity to make a difference at Emerson. Join our team—let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
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