Machine Engineer (Yishun)

Murata Electronics Singapore (Pte.) Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Murata Electronics Singapore (Pte.) Ltd. in Singapore seeks a Manufacturing Engineering professional to drive equipment reliability, optimization, automation, and continuous improvement to support high-quality production.

Based in Singapore, at Yishun site, the role develops technical expertise by leading maintenance strategies, supporting new equipment, and collaborating with multiple departments to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent required.
• Fresh graduates welcome; manufacturing or semiconductor experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset is essential.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, automation & engineering principles.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma or continuous improvement is advantageous.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, sensors, robotics or related automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment performance to identify reliability and productivity improvements.
• Lead troubleshooting for complex equipment and implement corrective actions.
• Plan, execute, and monitor engineering improvement projects for efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve availability.
• Support installation, qualification, validation, and ramp-up of new equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis using structured methods (5 Why, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Analyze production and equipment data to identify trends and propose engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Facilities, R&D, and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Prepare engineering docs, technical reports, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental and engineering standards.
• Participate in automation, digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Communication skills

Process improvement

Automation concepts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.

Tools

PLC

Sensors

Robotics

Servo systems

Industrial automation

Job description

Job Description:

Department: Machine Engineering & Facility

Reports to: Manager

Functional Relationships with:

Manufacturing Engineering Division members in Murata Company, including Production Department, Production Engineering Department members and other related departments within Murata group. Involving in parts supply coordination, such as machine manufacturing vendors and technical personnel.

Position Profile:

Based in: Singapore

Job Site: Yishun

The successful candidate will develop technical expertise in manufacturing engineering by driving equipment reliability, process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to support high-quality and efficient production operations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze manufacturing equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve machine reliability, productivity.

• Lead troubleshooting activities for complex equipment issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Plan, execute, and monitor engineering improvement projects to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

• Develop and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment availability.

• Support new equipment installation, machine qualification, process validation, and production ramp-up activities.

• Perform root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone, FMEA, etc.).

• Analyze production and equipment data to identify trends and recommend engineering solutions.
  Collaborate with Production, Quality, Facilities, R&D, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturing processes.

• Prepare engineering documentation, technical reports, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and company engineering standards.

• Participate in automation, digitalization, and Industry 4.0 initiatives to improve manufacturing capability.

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to technicians when required.

Ability/Competency Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates with relevant manufacturing or semiconductor experience will have an added advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured engineering mindset.

• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, automation, and engineering principles.

• Knowledge of statistical analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.

• Basic knowledge of PLC, sensors, robotics, servo systems, or industrial automation is an added advantage.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and engineering data analysis tools.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Willing to work on rotating shifts when operational support is required.