Production Technician, Assembly

About the role

AIXTRON is building a new greenfield manufacturing and engineering hub in Batu Kawan, Penang, with a cleanroom environment for assembly and testing of its high-end MOCVD deposition systems. This hands-on role involves assembling mechanical components and sub-assemblies from engineering drawings, parts lists and work instructions, and contributes to the delivery of precision-engineered systems. Operations are planned to start in 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of complex MOCVD production systems using engineering drawings, work instructions and parts lists/BOMs
• Installation of vacuum, cooling and pneumatic systems
• Implementation of customer-specific and design-related modifications
• Stainless-steel pipe fabrication and orbital/manual TIG welding (training available)
• Verify kitted parts against drawings and BOMs before assembly, and self-check completed assemblies against drawings
• Use precision measurement tools (torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, calipers) for alignment and quality checks
• Improve the build process, support self-validation and keep the assembly area clean and organised, following cleanroom protocols and PPE requirements
• Complete assembly documentation, assist other operational functions and cover weekends and public holidays, with occasional travel to headquarters in Germany

Required profile

• Diploma / Advanced Diploma / SKM (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Precision Engineering, or vocational training as an industrial mechanic, mechanical fitter, pipe fitter or precision mechanic
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, pipe fitting or equipment manufacturing preferred; fresh graduates with strong mechanical foundations will also be considered
• Ability to read engineering drawings, assembly instructions, P&IDs and parts lists/BOMs
• English (written and spoken); ability to work independently in a team-oriented way
• Willingness to work in a shift-based environment, with overtime during ramp-up

Required skills

• Vacuum leak testing experience preferable (training provided)
• Orbital/hand TIG welding and stainless-steel pipe fabrication experience an advantage
• Experience in semiconductor equipment, high-tech machinery or cleanrooms is a strong advantage