Automation Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,480 - 47,988; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Singapore seeks an Automation Engineer to design, develop and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes, integrating with injection moulding machines, conveyors and vision systems. You will program PLCs/HMIs/robots, develop safety interlocks and improve OEE.

The role requires hands-on automation experience in medical device or precision plastics, strong troubleshooting, and collaboration with Process Engineers and Production teams.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years hands-on experience in industrial automation in medical device or precision plastic manufacturing.
• Strong experience with injection moulding machines including robot take-out, insert loading, degating and post-moulding.
• Experience automating assembly machines: part feeding, pick-and-place, press-fit, screw fastening, welding, testing.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills, capable of supporting production independently.
• Proficient in MS Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement automation solutions to improve productivity, quality and cost efficiency.
• Integrate automation systems with injection moulding machines, assembly lines, conveyors, vision systems and testers.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots, and motion controllers; develop automation logic and safety interlocks.
• Diagnose faults, perform preventive maintenance and provide on-site technical support during trials and launches.
• Lead process improvements to reduce cycle time, manpower and rejects; support poka-yoke and vision checks.
• Ensure compliance with machine safety standards and maintain automation documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality and Maintenance; coordinate with vendors for install and upgrades.
• Manage timelines, deliverables and project documentation; assist in RFQ evaluation and feasibility studies.

Skills

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

MS Office

Tools

Fanuc robots

Yaskawa robots

ABB robots

Epson robots

Ethernet/IP

Profinet

Modbus

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Automation System Design & Implementation

• Design, develop and implement automation solutions for manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality and cost efficiency.
• Integrate automation systems with injection moulding machines, assembly machines, conveyors, vision systems and testing equipment.

2. Injection Moulding & Assemble Automation Support (Added Advantage)

• Support automation integration for injection moulding machines, including robot take-out, insert loading, degating and post-moulding operations.
• Develop and optimize automation solutions for assembly machines such as part feeding, pick-and-place, screw fastening, press-fit and functional testing.
• Work closely with Process Engineers to improve cycle time, reduce manpower and minimize rejects.

3. Programming & Control Systems

• Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, robots (e.g. Fanuc, Yaskawa, ABB, Epson), and motion control systems,
• Develop and modify automation logic, sequences, interlocks and safety circuits.
• Ensure proper communication between machines using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus and etc).

4. Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve automation system faults, breakdowns and performance issues with minimal downtime.
• Provide on-site technical support during production, mould trials and new product launches.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and improvement activities on automation equipment.

5. Machine & Process Improvement

• Analyze existing production processes and identify opportunities for automation, cycle time reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance machine reliability, OEE and process stability.
• Support poka-yoke (error-proofing) and vision inspection implementation.

6. Safety, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure automation systems comply with machine safety standards and company EHS requirements.
• Prepare and maintain automation documentation such as electrical drawings, PLC programs, SOP and risk assessments.
• Support IQ, OQ and PQ activities related to automated equipment where applicable.

7. Cross functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth automation deployment.
• Coordinate with machine suppliers, system integrators and vendors for installation, debugging and upgrades.
• Provide training to technicians and operators on automation system operation and basic troubleshooting.

8. Project Management & Support

• Manage timelines, technical deliverables and project documentation.
• Assist in cost estimation, RFQ evaluation and automation feasibility studies.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of hands on experience in industrial automation within medical device and/or precision plastic manufacturing environments.
• Strong working experience with injection moulding machines. Including robot take-out, insert loading, degating and post moulding processes.
• Proven experience in automation of assembly machines, such as part feeding, pick and place, press fit, screw fastening, welding and functional testing.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and root cause analysis skills with ability to support production independently.
• Proficient in MS Office and other relevant software.

Work Location: 9 Tuas Drive 1 , Singapore 638676

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (8:15am to 5:30pm)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $3,000.00 - $4,300.00 per month

Work Location: In person