Automation Engineer

. Lead automation projects including equipment upgrade, and assembly process productivity initiatives.

. To spear head the automation initiatives to ensure the machine design, cycle time, project lead time and cost meet the requirements

. Provide automation engineering expertise by analyse production processes, develop automation solution and achieving equipment reliability and process capability.

. Manage optimal deployment of engineering resources and efficient use of the budget.

. Lead the validation activities and projects by providing necessary engineering support and resources.

. Plan and execute equipment upgrade by embarking on structured equipment risk assessment and prioritization.

. Work with cross functional teams to achieve equipment effectiveness and improve process capability through process enhancement and validation.

. Work with team to execute continuous improvement projects to minimize operational disruption and achieve productivity savings.

. Accountable for capital expenditure initiation and spending control

. Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by complying with all related safety regulations.

INTERACTION

Internal parties: Required to communicate effectively with all levels of associates.

External parties: . Required to communicate with other Plants, Corporate / Regional/Businesses, suppliers subcontractors and government agencies as and when required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

. Minimum Degree in mechanical / Electrical engineering/ Material Science with 5-10 years experience in automation and assembly processes. Preferably from Medical device / Pharmaceutical industries.

Relevant Experience:

. Familiarization with assembly process, automation, tooling & fixtures designs are desired.

. Experience in project management as well as validation are preferred.

. Knowledge on Automation machine design and PLC programming.

. Working knowledge on cGMP manufacturing setting

Others:

. Technical specialization in assembly/ automation process preferred.