Industrial Engineer (Electrical)

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

Job summary

PerkinElmer in Singapore is seeking an Industrial Engineer (Electrical) to design and deploy assembly and test workstations, cells, and lines with optimized layouts and ergonomic considerations.

The role covers lifecycle ownership of jigs and fixtures, lean and CI projects, NPI participation, and data-driven process documentation to drive safety, quality and efficiency across the regional manufacturing network. Collaborating across sites CN/MY/SG and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and deploy assembly/workstations, cells, and lines with layout, ergonomics and error-proofing (poka-yoke).
• Own the full lifecycle of jigs, fixtures, and tooling: requirements capture, design, build, validation, and sustaining engineering.
• Lead kaizen events and CI projects targeting safety, quality, delivery and cost; establish and improve standard work; reduce cycle time, WIP, defects and floor space.
• Define and implement testing solutions for sub-assembly and final product test with GR&R and cycle-time targets.
• Represent manufacturing in NPI: DFM/ DFA reviews, line readiness, tooling and test readiness, and ramp support.
• Develop and maintain routings, standard times, work instructions, control plans, and process documentation; use data (OEE, FPY, cycle time) to prioritize improvements.
• Share best practices across CN/MY/SG and support line transfers between sites.

Skills

Process design

Jig & Fixture development

Lean & CI

DFM/DFA reviews

Data analysis

Cross-site collaboration

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleIndustrial Engineer (Electrical) Location(s) Singapore Job Description

• Process & Workstation Design – Design, specify, and deploy assembly and test workstations, cells, and lines – including layout, ergonomics, material presentation, point-of-use tooling, and error-proofing (poka-yoke).
• Jig & Fixture Development – Own the full lifecycle of jigs, fixtures, and tooling: requirements capture, concept design, detailed design, build (in-house or via suppliers), validation, and sustaining engineering.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement – Lead kaizen events and CI projects targeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost; establish and improve standard work; drive measurable reductions in cycle time, WIP, defects, and floor space.
• Test Solutions – Define and implement testing solutions for sub-assembly and final product test, working with quality and R&D to ensure test coverage, repeatability (GR&R), and cycle-time targets are met.
• New Product Introduction (NPI) – Represent manufacturing in NPI: design-for-manufacture/assembly (DFM/DFA) reviews, process FMEAs, line readiness, tooling and test readiness, and ramp support.
• Data & Documentation – Develop and maintain routings, standard times, work instructions, control plans, and process documentation; use data (OEE, FPY, cycle time) to prioritise and verify improvements.
• Cross-Site Collaboration – Share best practice and standardise processes, tooling, and test approaches across the regional manufacturing network (CN / MY / SG); support line transfers between sites.
• EHS & Compliance – Ensure all processes, tooling, and equipment meet safety, ESD, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001/13485 as applicable, machine safety standards).

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that’s exactly what you’ll do. From our dedicated scientists and world-class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we’re a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we’re making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow. Join us today.