Automation Specialist (Electrical)

BD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BD Singapore Tuas Plant is seeking an Electrical/Automation Technician to support manufacturing through machine enhancement, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role includes project work, documentation, and training of technicians, with a 12-hour night shift pattern (7pm–7am) after completion of training on day shift.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in electrical/automation, familiarity with PLCs (Omron/Allen-Bradley), electrical diagrams, sensors, and vision systems, and a

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in Electrical aspect - Electrical Control & Automation.
• Must be able to commit 12 hours night shift 7pm to 7am. (Shift Pattern 3/4/4/3)
• Basic knowledge/experience working with PLC (e.g. Omron or Allen Bradley) is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret electrical or electronics wiring or schematic diagrams.
• Ability to interpret pneumatic diagrams.
• Ability to carry out troubleshooting for machineries issues related to electrical, electronic components or pneumatic components.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of various types of sensors (reflective, proximity etc.) and switches for assembly lines application.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machines to meet production output, and other metrics like quality, waste etc.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (Cleaning, Service, Replace)
• Perform troubleshooting of machine to meet production targets, safety and quality standards and/or specifications
• Initiate, Implement and follow-up on machine enhancement and project assignments
• Write Standard Work Instruction / Procedure for assigned operation / process
• Implement Corrective and Preventives Actions
• Participate in training and coaching of Technicians and new hires on skills and knowledge on machine operations and adjustments
• Assist Engineers or Subject Matter Experts for any CI activities.
• Ability to interpret electrical or electronics wiring or schematic diagrams.
• Basic knowledge with Programmable Logic Controllers (eg. Omron or Allen Bradley).
• Basic knowledge with Electrical Hardware. (HMI, Motor & Controller etc.. )
• Basic knowledge with Industry vision system. (eg. Cognex & Keyence.. ).

Skills

Electrical control

Automation

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electrical diagrams

HMI & controllers

Sensors & switches

Electrical safety

Tools

Omron PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

Job Description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Summary

Provide technical expertise to support manufacturing in leading machine enhancement, managing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of machines, project execution, accountability on production waste and quality of all machine tools operations and the overall technician resource management in production.

Must be able to commit night shift 7pm to 7am. (Shift Pattern 3/4/4/3). During training period, you will be on day shift 7:00am to 4:00pm.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain machines to meet production output, and other metrics like quality, waste etc.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (Cleaning, Service, Replace)
• Perform troubleshooting of machine to meet production targets, safety and quality standards and/or specifications
• Initiate, Implement and follow-up on machine enhancement and project assignments
• Write Standard Work Instruction / Procedure for assigned operation / process
• Implement Corrective and Preventives Actions
• Participate in training and coaching of Technicians and new hires on skills and knowledge on machine operations and adjustments
• Assist Engineers or Subject Matter Experts for any CI activities.
• Ability to interpret electrical or electronics wiring or schematic diagrams.
• Basic knowledge with Programmable Logic Controllers (eg. Omron or Allen Bradley).
• Basic knowledge with Electrical Hardware. (HMI, Motor & Controller etc.. )
• Basic knowledge with Industry vision system. (eg. Cognex & Keyence.. ).

Job Requirements

• 1-2 years’ experience in Electrical aspect - Electrical Control & Automation.
• Must be able to commit 12 hours night shift 7pm to 7am. (Shift Pattern 3/4/4/3)
• Basic knowledge/experience working with PLC (e.g. Omron or Allen Bradley) is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret electrical or electronics wiring or schematic diagrams.
• Ability to interpret pneumatic diagrams.
• Ability to carry out troubleshooting for machineries issues related to electrical, electronic components or pneumatic components.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of various types of sensors (reflective, proximity etc.) and switches for assembly lines application.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

SGP Tuas - Tuas Plant

Work Shift

SG 12C (Singapore)