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AKMAL KHAIRUL ADNAN

AKMAL KHAIRUL ADNAN

Sungai Jawi,Penang

Summary

Mechanical Engineer with 3 years of specialised experience in automation machine design, delivering high-performance mechanical systems for industrial and manufacturing environments. Strong expertise in CAD modelling, machine development, and cross-functional engineering collaboration, with a proven ability to translate complex production requirements into reliable, scalable automation solutions. Highly adaptable, technically driven, and motivated by continuous improvement. Actively seeking a UK engineering role with Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to expand international experience, contribute to advanced automation projects, and grow within a world-class engineering environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

WAFTECH SDN BHD
Bayan Lepas, Penang
2025.03 - Current
  • Developed design improvements for machine modules based on insights from previous model (Waftech 1) to enhance performance and reliability.
  • Troubleshot design errors and assisted production assembly team to ensure machine readiness for deployment.
  • Liaised with customers on-site to clarify technical requirements and ensure design compliance, facilitating successful machine buy-off and acceptance.
  • Onsite Mechanical PIC for machine setup and customer buy off - Durham, UK
  • Carry out testing together with setup team to ensure customer requirements are met
  • Ensures all BOM parts are released on time for mechanical parts.
  • PIC for Flexible Wafer Mounting Machine Development (Waftech 2 and 3) - UK Based Customer.
  • Successfully delivered machine to customer in UK and ensuring buy off criteria are met

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

GREATECH INTEGRATION SDN BHD
Batu Kawan, Pulau Pinang
2023.03 - 2025.03
  • 2D and 3D design for manufacturing assembly parts using 3D CAD tools: Solidworks
  • Applying GD&T in designing parts that have specific tolerance requirement
  • Preparing and Releasing BOM for parts to be manufactured
  • Preparing proposal and DFM for customer in required datelines . Includes coordinating with different department for proposal development
  • Applying CNC and Sheet Metal knowledge in parts designing
  • Completed project and proposal:

1) Mechanical Lift Assist Arm module - (EV Car Production Customer - US Based)

2) Battery Lifter Module (take over project) - (EV Car Production Customer - US Based)

3) VTOL Engine Dyno Assembly Line Proposal - (EV Aircraft Production Customer - US Based)

RND PACKAGE ENGINEER

TEXAS INSTRUMENT MALAYSIA
Batu Berendam, Melaka
2022.10 - 2023.03
  • Validated and optimised wafer backgrinding and wafer saw parameters for new product introduction (NPI) wafer
  • Acquired foundational knowledge of semiconductor IC chip assembly processes for front of line operations.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma In Mechanical Engineering

National Energy University (UNITEN)
Putrajaya, Malaysia
2015.06 - 2018.08

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor In Mechanical Engineering with Hons

University of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2018.09 - 2022.09

Skills

  • GD&T DRAWING
  • SOLIDWORKS
  • 2D AND 3D DRAWINGS
  • DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURING
  • MATERIAL SELECTIONS
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • MACHINING KNOWLEDGE

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Malay
Native

Affiliations

  • 3D Printing
  • Fishing
  • House Deco and Renovating
  • Archery

Timeline

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

WAFTECH SDN BHD
2025.03 - Current

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

GREATECH INTEGRATION SDN BHD
2023.03 - 2025.03

RND PACKAGE ENGINEER

TEXAS INSTRUMENT MALAYSIA
2022.10 - 2023.03

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor In Mechanical Engineering with Hons

University of Malaya
2018.09 - 2022.09

Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma In Mechanical Engineering

National Energy University (UNITEN)
2015.06 - 2018.08
AKMAL KHAIRUL ADNAN