Process (Automation) Engineer - North - VTTO

RecruitPedia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitPedia Pte Ltd client, a leading medical device manufacturer in Singapore, seeks a Process (Automation) Engineer to lead process and automation initiatives in manufacturing.

The role focuses on improving equipment reliability, implementing automation upgrades, and driving continuous improvement across production lines with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process engineering team to support manufacturing operations and hit production targets.
• Drive equipment reliability and uptime initiatives to boost production efficiency.
• Lead automation and equipment improvement projects, including upgrades and automated assembly systems.
• Identify and implement process improvements to raise yield, output, quality and OEE.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, calibration and engineering activities to keep equipment reliable.
• Provide expertise in automation systems, robotics, automated assembly processes, tooling and fixtures.
• Lead equipment qualification, process validation and engineering validation per quality requirements.
• Conduct structured equipment risk assessments to set maintenance priorities.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and cross-functional teams on TPM and continuous improvement.
• Manage engineering resources, project schedules and budgets to minimize production disruption.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment/process issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce downtime and generate cost savings.

Job description

Our client is a leading medical device manufacturing company supporting the development and production of critical-care and other healthcare products. Due to business needs, they are now recruiting a Process (Automation) Engineer to support their manufacturing. They are located in the North – easily accessible.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the process engineering team in providing engineering support to manufacturing operations and achieving production targets.
• Drive equipment reliability and machine uptime initiatives to improve overall production efficiency and operational performance.
• Lead automation and equipment improvement projects, including machine upgrades, automated assembly systems and productivity enhancement initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance yield, output, quality and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Oversee preventive maintenance, equipment calibration and engineering activities to ensure equipment remains reliable and production-ready.
• Provide technical expertise in automation systems, robotics, automated assembly processes, tooling and fixture development.
• Lead equipment qualification, process validation and engineering validation activities in accordance with manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Conduct structured equipment risk assessments to identify priorities for maintenance, upgrades and engineering improvements.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and other cross-functional teams to implement TPM, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage engineering resources, project schedules and budgets to ensure projects are delivered effectively with minimal disruption to operations.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and process issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing downtime, improving productivity and generating operational cost savings.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of Process Engineering experience, with strong hands‑on exposure to automation and automated assembly processes.
• Experienced in automation equipment, tooling, fixtures, process improvement, equipment troubleshooting and process validation.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical or other regulated manufacturing environments will be an advantage.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.