Staff MFG and DVL Engineer

Demand Planning Analyst

Tax Lead - SSEA

Signal Integrity Staff Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical

Assistant Manager, HRBP

Principal HANA Database Administrator

Mechatronics Engineer

Senior Project Management Engineer

Role Description: <ul><li>Conduct new equipment introduction (automation) and set the equipment Maintenance plan and machine operation instruction, support Process ME (Cable and Cable Assembly) team for the new product pilot run with the objective of meeting production requirements and ensure the machine stability on production within Engineering policies, procedures and systems.</li></ul> Responsibilities: <ul><li>Equipment Development Project Subject matter expert and work with vendors to develop, set up/debug automation machine; Timely feedback and solve the problem to ensure the progress of the project.</li><li>Programming &amp; Digitalization Provide automatic control equipment programming according to the production needs and provide digital solution to implement site digital factory projects to improve process control real time.</li><li>Trouble Shooting Problem identification and trouble-shooting a wide range of complex electrical problems for automation line and be responsible for the effective communication across the company.</li><li>Technical Guidance Line maintenance/change over together with/guiding the engineers and technicians to make sure automation machine run smoothly.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or above, majored in Automation or Electrical Engineering, familiar with electrical control theory and design.</li><li>At least 7+ years experience with automated machines maintenance and electrical design.</li><li>Familiar with Vision Inspection (Keyence/Cognex), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC),Pneumatics, sensors, motors and other motion control devices.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Take ownership of the monthly demand planning execution drumbeat which includes the enhancement of statistical forecast and facilitate monthly demand review calls with marketing team for project-driven demand.&nbsp;</li><li>Adjust and validate the forecasts based on the collaborative information from key stakeholders and hold a handshake meeting with commercial office to ensure market and finance alignment.&nbsp;</li><li>Review final output with supply planning prior to forecast upload in preparation of any ramp-up and ramp-down activities to enhance supply readiness and inventory management.&nbsp;</li><li>Be up to date with NPI (New Product Introduction) offers and activities in order to align market expectations and timeline with forecast in the system.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate product life cycle changes such as obsolescence, replacements, new offers, projects, or promotions of the business across both commercial and supply chain team.&nbsp;</li><li>Measure and analyse forecast accuracy at multi-levels (material, product line, business) and work with the necessary stakeholders to drive improvement.&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in S&amp;OP activities to monitor demand planning performance and highlight critical product lines or projects that will need support from supply chain team.&nbsp;</li><li>Act as the mediator between supply chain and commercial office on pushing forecast realization, as well as, ensuring supply availability for critical orders/projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Take ownership of the demand planning function and drive actions that are aligned with business goals and KPIs.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Degree /Diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or equivalent.&nbsp;</li><li>SAP (or other ERP software) – 1-2 years.&nbsp;</li><li>SAP Integrated Business Planning software (or other demand planning software) – 1-2 years.&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of MRP – 1-2 years.&nbsp;</li><li>Planning and experience in Demand Forecasting – 1-2 years.&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of S&amp;OP – 1-2 years.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with data management, reporting, and analysis using tools at least using Excel VLOOKUP, Pivot, IF, and mathematical functions.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with SAP Integrated Business Planning Demand software.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Needs to be detail oriented with given importance to accuracy&nbsp;</li><li>Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and confidently with cross-functional global teams and stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and following drumbeats and deadlines effectively.&nbsp;</li><li>Able and willing to work necessary hours to meet all project deadlines, travel when necessary.&nbsp;</li><li>Able to modify working hours to accommodate global time zones.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Develop mutually beneficial, respectful, and effective relationships with peers to ensure seamless coordination between departments, maximize synergy, and maintain a shared vision, strategy, and focus.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>In charge of tax compliance execution for Thailand, Singapore, India and other countries or cities.&nbsp;</li><li>The scope includes but not limited to designing and timely reviewing tax reporting, tax forecast, and budget process, and etc.</li><li>Work with cross functions (i.e. FP&amp;A, Global tax) to set up tax forecast and budget, and monitor and adjust (if applicable) it on monthly basis.</li><li>Be responsible for tax-related data collection and analysis (i.e. Tax Burden Ration on both P&amp;L and cash basis, Margin, and Transfer Price, etc.) and outstanding problems / questions resolution in order to 1) increase tax efficiency; 2) mitigate tax risk; and 3) accurate tax forecast or budget.&nbsp;</li><li>Independently manage internal tax health check, and provide proposal &amp;advice to reduce compliance risk.</li><li>Lead transfer price strategy setting up for both domestic and cross-border transaction for all countries and cities in SSEA.&nbsp;</li><li>Design detail transfer price plan (I.e. mark-up rate, sales price, transaction flow, etc.) for each affiliates and each transfection types, and ensure the success of implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare transfer price documentations to support the strategy and plan.&nbsp;</li><li>As internal consultant to provide tax guidance to related functions (e.g. supply chain finance, GL).&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor the tax status and position on monthly basis, and handle challenges, questions and tax audits (if any) from each level of tax authorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Establish or maintain the good relationship with Finance Bureau, Tax Bureau, and other government authorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and coordinate with external consultants.&nbsp;</li><li>Support AEM tax lead in coordination with global tax team to keep consistent tax strategy between local and global.&nbsp;</li><li>Support global tax team for tax return or provision preparation for other jurisdictions from compliance perspective.</li><li>Lead complicated applications such as tax exemption / reduction / deferral application, cross-border double tax treaty application, tax liquidation application, tax audit defense, etc and make achievements.&nbsp;</li><li>Proactively seek benefit such as government incentives for group from not only tax perspective.&nbsp;</li><li>Propose suggestions or ideas for any improvement or projects, and lead the implementation to make it happen.&nbsp;</li><li>Work together with AEM tax lead to plan annual tax projects.&nbsp;</li><li>Lead feasibility study by leveraging consulting reassure.&nbsp;</li><li>Land the execution from end to end</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Smart and honest.&nbsp;</li><li>Dare to work under pressure.&nbsp;</li><li>Analytical thinking and passionate for results, with abundant passion/curiosity for learning.</li><li>Strong drive &amp; high energy, hands on and pragmatic, independent and proactive.&nbsp;</li><li>At least 6 years tax related job experience required including strong Asia exposure (i.e. Singapore, Thailand, etc.) with a comprehensive understanding of taxation, regulations and accounting.&nbsp;</li><li>Multinational company or consultant firm experiences is preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>More than 2 years experience in leader level.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in tax project management and tax process design is a must.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate governance practices and procedures.</li><li>Fluent language skills (both written and verbal) in English.</li><li>High ethical standards and result-focused, able to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li><li>Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement creative solutions.</li><li>A team player, effective communicator, strong interpersonal skills and ownership behavior.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>In charge of tax compliance execution for Thailand, Singapore, India and other countries or cities.&nbsp;</li><li>The scope includes but not limited to designing and timely reviewing tax reporting, tax forecast, and budget process, and etc.</li><li>Work with cross functions (i.e. FP&amp;A, Global tax) to set up tax forecast and budget, and monitor and adjust (if applicable) it on monthly basis.</li><li>Be responsible for tax-related data collection and analysis (i.e. Tax Burden Ration on both P&amp;L and cash basis, Margin, and Transfer Price, etc.) and outstanding problems / questions resolution in order to 1) increase tax efficiency; 2) mitigate tax risk; and 3) accurate tax forecast or budget.&nbsp;</li><li>Independently manage internal tax health check, and provide proposal &amp;advice to reduce compliance risk.</li><li>Lead transfer price strategy setting up for both domestic and cross-border transaction for all countries and cities in SSEA.&nbsp;</li><li>Design detail transfer price plan (I.e. mark-up rate, sales price, transaction flow, etc.) for each affiliates and each transfection types, and ensure the success of implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepare transfer price documentations to support the strategy and plan.&nbsp;</li><li>As internal consultant to provide tax guidance to related functions (e.g. supply chain finance, GL).&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor the tax status and position on monthly basis, and handle challenges, questions and tax audits (if any) from each level of tax authorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Establish or maintain the good relationship with Finance Bureau, Tax Bureau, and other government authorities.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage and coordinate with external consultants.&nbsp;</li><li>Support AEM tax lead in coordination with global tax team to keep consistent tax strategy between local and global.&nbsp;</li><li>Support global tax team for tax return or provision preparation for other jurisdictions from compliance perspective.</li><li>Lead complicated applications such as tax exemption / reduction / deferral application, cross-border double tax treaty application, tax liquidation application, tax audit defense, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>and make achievements.&nbsp;</li><li>Proactively seek benefit such as government incentives for group from not only tax perspective.&nbsp;</li><li>Propose suggestions or ideas for any improvement or projects, and lead the implementation to make it happen.&nbsp;</li><li>Work together with AEM tax lead to plan annual tax projects. Lead feasibility study by leveraging consulting reassure. Land the execution from end to end</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Smart and honest. Dare to work under pressure. </li><li>Analytical thinking and passionate for results, with abundant passion/curiosity for learning.</li><li>Strong drive &amp; high energy, hands on and pragmatic, independent and proactive.&nbsp;</li><li>At least 6 years tax related job experience required including strong Asia exposure (i.e. Singapore, Thailand, etc.) with a comprehensive understanding of taxation, regulations and accounting. Multinational company or consultant firm experiences is preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>More than 2 years experience in leader level. </li><li>Experience in tax project management and tax process design is a must.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate governance practices and procedures.</li><li>Fluent language skills (both written and verbal) in English.</li><li>High ethical standards and result-focused, able to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li><li>Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement creative solutions.</li><li>A team player, effective communicator, strong interpersonal skills and ownership behavior.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Test System Development: <ul><li>Provide hardware and software integration support for high-speed tester and function tester.</li><li>Optimize the testing system to improve the production efficiency.</li><li>Research potential products opportunities and conduct feasibility analysis and provide feedback to supervisor in order to meet business development requirements.</li></ul> Testing Result Data Statistic Analysis: <ul><li>Develop software for automation data process and trend analysis in order to provide accurate reports to meet customers requirement.</li></ul> EEPROM Programming System Support: <ul><li>Add new feature for the Nimshi software per the production requirement;</li><li>Support for new station setup and software update</li><li>Review new product EEPROM setup and work with PDE for issue solution in order to meet business development requirements.</li></ul> Electrical Testing Setup: <ul><li>Support for new product electrical testing setup and related failure analysis to meet business development requirements.</li></ul> People Training: <ul><li>Conduct trainings and deliver testing methods and software automation usage to engineer/technician for work efficiency improvement in order to improve team college skills.</li></ul> Testing Standard Review and Update: <ul><li>Review the initial setup for Bulk cable and cable assembly test standard limit; Update the EEPROM check script when new revision released to meet business development requirements.</li></ul> Laboratory Equipment Operation Methods and TPM: <ul><li>Review laboratory equipment operation methods and monitor high speed testing equipment operation in order to improve laboratory Equipment Operation efficiency.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor Degree in Electronic technology and science application major</li><li>Direct experience in product testing&nbsp;</li><li>Must have experience in Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) and Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) or similar</li><li>5 years high speed testing working experience</li></ul>

Role Description: <ul><li>Seeking a skilled Electrical &amp; Electronics Engineer to manage the electrical/ electronics infrastructure, control systems, and automation for our electroplating operations, ensuring optimal performance, quality, and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</li></ul> Responsibilities:&nbsp; <ul><li>System Design &amp; Implementation: Install electrical systems, schematics, and controls for plating lines (rectifiers, heaters, pumps, automation).</li><li>Automation &amp; Control: Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for automated plating processes, ensuring consistency and efficiency.</li><li>Power Management: Manage high-current DC power supplies (rectifiers) and associated distribution systems for plating baths</li><li>Maintenance &amp; Troubleshooting: Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and rapid resolution of electrical faults in plant equipment and control systems.</li><li>Safety &amp; Compliance: Ensure all electrical installations and operations meet strict safety standards, codes and environmental regulations.</li><li>Process Optimization: Analyze electrical data to improve plating quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, working closely with Plating Engineers/Mechanical engineers/chemists.</li><li>Documentation: Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including electrical line diagrams, BOMs, and test reports.</li><li>Collaboration: Work with mechanical engineers, production staff, and vendors on project execution and system upgrades.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Education: Bachelors degree in Electrical &amp; Electronics Engineering.</li><li>Experience: Proven experience in industrial automation, power electronics, or electroplating operations.</li><li>Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial control systems.</li><li>Proficiency in reading electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.</li><li>Understanding of power electronics (rectifiers) and DC power systems. o	Familiarity with plating processes (e.g., Nickel, Zinc, Chrome) and associated chemicals.</li><li>Knowledge of safety standards for electrical systems in industrial environments.</li><li>Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, leadership, and communication skills.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition &amp; Onboarding: <ul><li>Coordinate end-to-end technician hiring logistics, including assessment day scheduling, candidate communication, medical checks, and offer documentation.</li><li>Execute onboarding activities for new technicians by preparing onboarding packs, coordinating induction schedules, and tracking completion of documentation (EPF, SOCSO, tax forms, uniform issuance).</li><li>Maintain and update TA trackers and dashboards, including time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and onboarding completion.</li><li>Support salaried recruitment coordination as needed, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and documentation.</li></ul> Communication &amp; Engagement: <ul><li>Execute plant-wide communication and engagement activities, including town halls, floor walks, and recognition programs (certificates, gifts, and communications).</li><li>Support employee engagement survey administration by distributing surveys, tracking participation rates, consolidating feedback, and supporting action-planning sessions.</li><li>Maintain engagement trackers and ensure timely follow-up on action items.</li></ul> Employee Lifecycle Management: <ul><li>Manage HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, including new hire documentation, probation tracking, contract renewals, transfers, promotions, and exit documentation.</li><li>Coordinate employee exit processes, including clearance forms, exit interviews, and final settlement coordination with HR Operations.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HRIS data integrity, including updates in SuccessFactors.</li></ul> People Analytics &amp; Reporting: <ul><li>Maintain core HR dashboards covering attrition, time-to-fill, onboarding completion, and probation status.</li><li>Prepare weekly and monthly HR review decks for leadership.</li><li>Support ad hoc HR data requests and analysis.</li></ul> General HR: <ul><li>Respond to employee queries related to HR policies, benefits, leave balances, and HR processes.</li><li>Maintain HR notice boards and plant HR communication materials, ensuring information accessibility and accuracy.</li><li>Support HR audits (ERSA and internal compliance checks) by preparing required documentation and tracking closure of audit findings.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>4–6 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing, FMCG, or large-scale frontline environments.</li><li>Strong foundation in HR operations, talent acquisition coordination, onboarding, and employee lifecycle management.</li><li>Hands-on experience with HRIS systems such as SAP, SuccessFactors, or similar platforms.</li><li>Strong data management and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, dashboards) and Microsoft PowerPoint.</li><li>High attention to detail with strong organizational and multitasking skills.</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with shifting priorities.</li><li>Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and simplification.</li><li>Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.</li></ul>

Role Description: <ul><li>The Principal HANA Database Administrator will serve as the organization’s top technical authority for SAP HANA database environments.</li><li>This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing large-scale HANA systems to ensure high availability, security, and performance.</li><li>The individual will lead strategic initiatives, mentor team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mission-critical enterprise applications.</li></ul> Responsibilities: Architecture &amp; Strategy <ul><li>Define enterprise-level SAP HANA architecture and standards.</li><li>Develop strategies for scalability, high availability, disaster recovery, and security compliance.</li></ul> Database Administration <ul><li>Install, configure, and upgrade SAP HANA systems.</li><li>Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and memory management.</li><li>Monitor system health and proactively resolve issues.</li></ul> Data Management <ul><li>Manage data provisioning, replication, and integration with SAP and non-SAP systems.</li><li>Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards.</li></ul> Leadership <ul><li>Act as a subject matter expert for SAP HANA across the organization.</li><li>Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical guidance to project teams.</li><li>Drive automation and best practices for database operations.</li></ul> Innovation <ul><li>Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend enhancements.</li><li>Lead initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk.</li></ul> Requirements: Education: <ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.</li></ul> Experience: <ul><li>10+ years of database administration experience, with at least 5 years in SAP HANA.</li><li>Proven track record managing large-scale, mission-critical HANA environments.</li></ul> Technical Skills: <ul><li>Expertise in SAP HANA architecture, sizing, and performance tuning.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Linux OS, virtualization, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).</li><li>Familiarity with SAP Basis and integration with S/4HANA, BW/4HANA.</li></ul> Certifications: <ul><li>SAP Certified Technology Specialist – SAP HANA.</li><li>Additional certifications in cloud or database technologies preferred.</li></ul>

Role Description: <ul><li>The Position has been created to lead a team of Mechanical Designers, Electrical Automation Engineers and Technicians of the Operations team to define the process and build the machines needed to make the new products in line with the strategy map and market demand.</li></ul> Responsibilities: <ul><li>Responsible for working with a team of engineers for new project launches. Coordination with different technology leads connected with new projects. Collaborating with ME, OPS, AQE, NPI and PLTL team for execution of all new projects as per agreed APQP timelines.</li><li>Responsible for execution of PLTL projects and adherence to launch sheet requirements.</li><li>End to End responsible for capturing the voice of Customers and All Stakeholder requirements of the product to meet the expectations</li><li>Act as a purposeful bridge between ME and operations.</li><li>Work closely with project management and NPI procurement for capacity and streamlined supplies&nbsp;</li><li>Identify safety, quality and cost saving opportunities on new and existing projects.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Technical Degree/Diploma in Mechatronics - NTTF/BE</li><li>Hands own experience assembly of machines and troubleshooting</li><li>1 to 4+ years of experience working in medium or large matrix organizations.&nbsp;</li><li>Hands on Experience in designing and building Complex and high precision machines, high accuracy assembly automation machines for Automotive or electronics industries</li><li>Experience in Robot programming.</li><li>Vision inspection and testing machines like leakage testers and electrical testers experience&nbsp;</li><li>PLC and HMI Programming, Servo programming and tuning, and trouble shooting</li><li>Updated knowledge on current Programming Software and Design Software.</li></ul>

Role Description:&nbsp; <ul><li>This opportunity provides an excellent experience of Project Transitions/Transfer within clients Product Portfolio as well as provides an opportunity to work on New Project Industrializations.</li><li>Reporting to the AD&amp;M India Project Management Leader, the position holder will have primary responsibility for leading project transitions/transfers and New Project Industrializations. The Project Manager role position holder will drive the successful performance of multiple high profile/value projects following defined methods and processes to achieve commercial and efficiency targets set by the business.</li><li>Developing relationships and maintaining a high-level of communication with cross-functional local/global teams will be critical to the role.</li><li>You will be required to act as the primary owner of each project and to report progress to a senior leadership team on a regular cadence and at specific key Milestones during each Project.</li></ul> Responsibilities: The typical activities of the position will cover:&nbsp; <ul><li>Project Scoping and Progress Reporting to Sr. Leadership through a defined Review Rhythm.</li><li>Leading Cross Functional Meetings to assess Project Progress and liaison in resolving conflicts/issues.</li><li>Risk Management and leadership of Risk Assessment activities •	Timely Escalation of issues as applicable and utilisation of project change controls.</li><li>Defining all necessary requirements for the Product(s) being developed by the project.</li><li>Managing and being accountable for a project budget, liaising with procurement to ensure timely acquisition of goods and materials.</li><li>Liaising with customers and Customers/Sales globally as applicable.</li></ul> Requirements <ul><li>Strong interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills and the ability to build strong, credible relationships with multiple organization functions (internal and external).</li><li>Clear strategic thinker with the ability to execute on priorities.</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to perform in a demanding environment.</li><li>Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills including at senior level Results driven.</li><li>A professional level of business acumen and good commercial understanding.</li><li>Excellent organizational, time management and administrative skills.</li><li>Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to disseminate critical information appropriately.</li><li>Project Management Professional preferred (e.g. PMP, Prince 2).</li><li>Agile Project Management experience, especially Agile/Waterfall combined projects is preferred, but not essential.</li><li>Good level of IT capability with detailed experience of Microsoft Office (MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint).</li><li>Flexibility and a willingness to travel.</li><li>Technical and commercial education/ experience related to Engineering Manufacturing in a similar industry would be beneficial.</li></ul>

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