Automation & Control Engineer - MES/SCADA Specialist

Alcon; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon in Singapore is seeking an Associate, Automation & Control Engineering to maintain and enhance the MES/SCADA systems for LS1/DMS Flex Lens manufacturing and related chemical production. You will provide first level support, implement changes, and ensure system reliability to keep manufacturing running smoothly.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor in IT or engineering, 1–2 years in a manufacturing setting, knowledge of MES/SCADA, PLCs, databases, and programming.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor in IT or related engineering field.
• 1–2 years in engineering or manufacturing, preferably medical/pharma.
• Experience with MES and SCADA systems.
• Strong problem-solving and automation engineering knowledge.
• Proficient in PLC/SCADA/MES, databases, and programming.
• Good communication and leadership potential.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 preferred.
• SQL scripting and programming abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform first level support for DSMFlex and LS1 manufacturing MES/SCADA operations.
• Implement system changes, enhancements and bug fixes for MES.
• Maintain routine system and server health checks.
• Support MES/SCADA projects and write URS, IOQ, SOP; perform computer system validation.
• Investigate NCRs and FAA; participate in customer complaints.
• Coordinate with site, global, and regional teams to maintain relationships.
• Ensure HSE, GDP, GMP and Alcon policy compliance.
• Support data-driven smart manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

MES/SCADA

Automation engineering

SQL/Databases

Programming (VB/C#/Python)

Communication skills

Six Sigma

Team leadership

IT infrastructure

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in IT or related engineering

Tools

MES

SCADA

PLC

Job description

Alcon in Singapore is seeking an Associate, Automation & Control Engineering to maintain and enhance the MES/SCADA systems for LS1/DMS Flex Lens manufacturing and related chemical production. You will provide first level support, implement changes, and ensure system reliability to keep manufacturing running smoothly.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor in IT or engineering, 1–2 years in a manufacturing setting, knowledge of MES/SCADA, PLCs, databases, and programming.