Manufacturing Engineer (AOI)

HEPTAGON PHOTONICS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking an AOI Manufacturing Engineer to develop and maintain Automated Optical Inspection processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of 2 years in process engineering, preferably with AOI systems. This role offers opportunities for hands-on troubleshooting and data analysis to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in AOI.
• Experience with AOI systems required.
• Familiarity with defect image classification using AI/ML tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain AOI processes.
• Troubleshoot AOI equipment and perform data analysis.
• Support mass production and new product introduction.

Skills

Data analysis using Excel

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Excel

Python

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Job Description

The AOI Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) processes to ensure high product quality, yield, and manufacturing efficiency. This role involves hands‑on process setup, troubleshooting AOI equipment, data analysis, and continuous improvement activities to support mass production and new product introduction.

Job Requirement

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
2. Minimum 2 years in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in AOI or optical inspection.
3. Experience with AOI systems (e.g., Camtek, Orbotech, CyberOptics, or customized vision systems).
4. Strong understanding of imaging principles, lighting, optics, and pattern recognition.
5. Proficient in data analysis using Excel, Python, or statistical tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab).
6. Knowledge of MES systems and automated inspection data integration.
7. Familiarity with defect image classification using AI/ML tools.
8. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
9. Experience in semiconductor wafer, PCB, or optical component manufacturing.