Automation Engineer

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS

Quarterly bonus

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Optical benefits

Shift allowance

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. in Singapore is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Engineering team. You will develop automation solutions for high-volume manufacturing ramps, work hands-on from concept to implementation, and build expertise in industrial automation and controls.

The role requires designing and deploying automation systems, identifying process improvements, and collaborating across Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls, Manufacturing Engineering).
• 3+ years of experience in automation, controls, equipment, or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation, PLC/HMI, sensors, motors, and motion control.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation and controls solutions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Identify and automate manual or repetitive processes to improve safety, quality, efficiency, capacity, and throughput.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Lead or support automation projects from concept through installation, commissioning, validation, and production release.

Skills

PLC/HMI programming

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Python/C# basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation

Tools

EtherCAT

CODESYS

TwinCAT

Job description

We are looking for an Automation Engineer to join our Engineering team in Singapore and support the development and implementation of automation solutions for our growing manufacturing operations om Asia. In this role, you will develop industrial automation and controls solutions, improve equipment performance, and support equipment build-out for an active high-volume production ramp. This is a great opportunity to work on hands‑on automation projects from concept through implementation and build your expertise in industrial automation, controls, and manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation and controls solutions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Identify and automate manual or repetitive processes to improve safety, quality, efficiency, capacity, and throughput.
• Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Lead or support automation projects from concept and design through installation, commissioning, validation, and production release.
• Troubleshoot equipment and controls issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, and external suppliers to develop and implement practical automation solutions.
• Develop technical documentation, equipment specifications, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Analyze equipment and production data to identify performance trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing and maintenance teams, while supporting the standardization of successful automation solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automation, Controls, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in automation, controls, equipment, or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with industrial automation, PLC/HMI, sensors, motors, and motion control.
• Experience with EtherCAT-based automation, CODESYS, TwinCAT, or similar platforms; Structured Text experience preferred.
• Comfortable working across hardware and software, with basic experience in version control such as Git.
• Able to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Able to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with robotics, machine vision, servo/motion systems, or industrial robots.
• Experience with Python, C#, Ignition, OPC UA, MES, or equipment connectivity.
• Experience in semiconductor, precision, or cleanroom manufacturing.
• Experience working with machine builders or automation integrators.

Why Join Ichor?

• Competitive Rewards & Benefits – AWS, quarterly variable bonus, employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, optical benefits, and shift allowance where applicable.
• Be Part of the Semiconductor Industry – Support advanced semiconductor manufacturing through innovative products, precision manufacturing and critical technologies.
• Learning & Development – Build your skills through hands‑on experience, on‑the‑job learning, training and education upgrading support.
• Career Opportunities – Take on new challenges and build your career with a global organization that recognises and rewards your contributions.
• People & Culture – Be part of an inclusive workplace that values innovation, collaboration, operational excellence, honesty, reliability and employee wellbeing.