Reliability Engineer – ESD & Latch-Up Test Specialist

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools and steering systems, and soon a fourth plant with a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros) 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 construction began in May 2021, and first series of production commenced in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus 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.

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”.

Job Description

Technical Moderation & Alignment:

• Consult global R&D on ESD / Latch-Up test setups, layouts & specifications.
• Own and drive internal Test Request Form.
• Close knowledge gaps from R&D/Engineering regarding test inputs; secure required pin-lists & design data to perform ESD / Latch-Up tests.
• Align test limits between design constraints and lab capabilities.

Project Ownership for Reliability Engineers:

• Local owner for ESD / Latch-Up sub-work-packages in global qualification projects.
• Manage full loop: requirements alignment, capacity scheduling, test execution, result evaluation, and final reporting.

Lab Operations & Execution (Penang Plant 5):

• Set up, operate, and maintain ESD & Latch-Up test equipment in Penang.
• Execute product-level ESD (HBM, CDM) & Latch-Up tests per AEC-Q100/AEC-Q101 & JEDEC.

ESD Control Representative:

• Local ESD Representative for reliability lab in Penang; align with Reutlingen coordinators.
• Certify & validate ESD Protected Area (EPA)
• Perform control walks, host audits, conduct annual ESD safety training, issue corrective instructions.

Troubleshooting & DOEs:

• Moderate failure analysis and problem solving teams, e.g. with designers, reliability engineers, project leads during ESD / Latch-Up test failures.
• Define and set up DOEs to isolate ESD / Latch-Up failure root causes and align on design workarounds.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in semiconductor reliability testing, quality assurance, or product characterization (automotive preferred).
• Experience executing ESD / Latch-Up test

Professional competence

• Semiconductor Technologies: Deep understanding of semiconductor technologies, e.g. CMOS, Mixed-Signal (BCD, LBC), and Bipolar (HVS).
• ASIC Design & Layout: Evaluate design changes to assess ESD / Latch-Up risks and determine re-qualification scope. Understanding of parasitic structures triggering Latch-Up.
• Standards & Lab: Working knowledge of AEC-Q100 & AEC-Q101 & JEDEC. Experience with automated test systems (MK2, Orion).
• Certification: Certified ESD Representative (or willingness to complete basic + advanced training per IEC 61340).
• Analytical & Systematic Mindset: A systematic and analytical approach to work, with a proven track record of effective problem-solving.

Additional Information

• Benefits: Company Insurances, Leave Entitlement, Transport Allowance, Flexi Work hours, Meal Subsidy, competative 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

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a leading global technology company.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative, innovative, international and intercultural work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a passionate professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!