MES Automation Engineer (Pharmaceutical)

AlwaysHired Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry seeks an Automation Engineer to enhance process efficiency through advanced control systems. This role involves designing Distributed Control Systems (DCS), ensuring compliance with GMP standards and contributing to the development of MES systems. Candidates should possess relevant engineering degrees, with a preference for hands-on experience in the industry and strong knowledge of Batch S88 standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Validation Lifecycle protocols and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation engineering team in project activities like Batch Design.
• Design and implement DCS aligned with S88 standards.
• Prepare lifecycle documents and support on-site commissioning.

Skills

Automation hardware knowledge

Industrial networking technologies

Batch S88 standards

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Emerson DeltaV DCS

MES platforms

eBR systems

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead the automation engineering team in performing project activities such as Batch Design, implementation, and testing.

• Collaborate with engineers, designers, partners, and clients to deliver advanced control systems that enhance process efficiency, product quality, and profitability.

• Design and implement Distributed Control Systems (DCS) aligned with S88 standards for manufacturing plants.

• Contribute to system architecture, design specifications, control strategies, and library development.

• Support testing, on-site commissioning, and qualification of control systems.

• Prepare lifecycle documents, electrical panel designs, control architectures, and wiring drawings in accordance with GMP standards.

• Provide day-to-day support for automation systems in manufacturing operations.

• Develop engineering standards to improve project execution efficiency and accuracy.

• Participate in the design and implementation of MES systems and electronic Batch Records (eBR) for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry in projects or operations.

• Hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS is a strong plus.

• Good understanding of Batch S88 standards (Control Modules, Equipment Modules, Phases, Recipes, Units, etc.).

• Experience with MES platforms and eBR systems is highly desirable.

• Preferably with hands-on exposure to eBR systems beyond user-level (e.g., configuration, design, troubleshooting).

• Knowledge of automation hardware and industrial networking technologies.

• Interest or experience in pharmaceutical and biologics GMP processes, including computer systems validation.

• Familiarity with the Validation Lifecycle (URS, FAT/SAT, Commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols), international regulations, and industry best practices.

• Experience interacting with or preparing documentation for management and regulatory agencies is an advantage.

• Background in handling manufacturing deviations, determining product impact, root cause analysis, and implementing corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
  

Interested candidates please apply online or send your latest CV to [e-mail]

AlwaysHired Pte Ltd

Reg No: R1549345

EA: 24C2293

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