Graduate Trainee - Associate Engineer, Process Engineering
Global Foundries
·Dec 31, 2025
- Location
- MYS - Penang, Malaysia
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Entry
- Source
- Workday
Description
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Location: Penang
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: 12-hour rotating shift (where applicable)
Job Summary
As an Associate Engineer Process Trainee, you will be part of a dynamic manufacturing environment, supporting process stability, equipment performance, and continuous improvement across various modules and fabs. You will undergo structured on-the-job training and mentorship to build foundational skills in semiconductor manufacturing, data analysis, and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
Perform process sustaining tasks on 12-hours shifts (morning & night) such as holding lots dispositions, shift pass-down, alarm recovery, tool set-up data review, SPC/FDC/YDD out-of-control inhibits and checking, data analysis and compilation, and tasks claim as assigned by supervisors.
Troubleshoot process related issues. Act as a first line of defense in the module and in responding to process, equipment and measurement abnormality and deviations.
Monitor and analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts using SPACE and other tools; respond to process deviations and follow corrective action systems (CAS). Perform tasks according to out-of-control OCAP, Corrective Action System (CAS) with mindset of quality come-first.
Assist in lot disposition and data collection for process and equipment faults; ensure accurate documentation and pass down.
Collaborate with Engineers and Specialists on process qualifications, experiments (e.g., R&R runs, DOE), and improvement projects.
Execute Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain compliance with safety and environmental guidelines.
Contribute to scrap reduction initiatives and uphold high standards of operational discipline.
Ensure safety, discipline, and housekeeping compliance in work area by all personnel.
Comply with environmental, health, safety and security (EHSS) system, policies, procedures and guidelines that are applicable to your scope of work and workplace.
Requirements
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Willingness to work on rotating shifts.
Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing setting.
Development Opportunities
Structured training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
Exposure to cross-functional teams and various modules.
Opportunities to participate in innovative and improvement projects.
Education
Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Microelectronics, Chemical Process Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or any other relevant engineering discipline.
Experience
Fresh Graduate (Diploma)
Other essential attributes
Perform 12-hours rotating shift
Team Player
Good ownership and accountability
Good verbal and written communication skills
Flexible and able to support overtime
GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.
As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.
All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia