Project Manager, Assembly Automation

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a seasoned Automation & OT specialist to drive advanced manufacturing initiatives in a global context. The role focuses on optimizing production through innovative automation, with cross-regional collaboration and a strong emphasis on cybersecurity and data integration.

You will lead projects, coordinate with engineering, IT, and operations teams, and define infrastructure and network architectures for robust, scalable solutions in a dynamic industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation, or computer science or 10+ years of automation experience.
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in an industrial environment.
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• 5+ years of automation experience and strong leadership capabilities.
• Extensive proficiency with Excel, Tableau and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects by collaborating with regional teams to establish global standards.
• Prepare technical documents, presentations, and reports across functions.
• Spearhead automation roadmap discussions and benchmark OT technologies.
• Manage OT and automation activities with operating units.
• Engage vendors locally and regionally to enable implementation.
• Define infrastructure and network architecture, separating IT/OT networks.
• Support data communication across layers with cybersecurity in mind.
• Design, test and implement automation systems and processes.
• Define wireless OT network specs and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with industrial and IT teams for scalable, secure solutions.

Skills

Automation

Project management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation, or computer science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Brief Summary:
Join our team as a key specialist in automated manufacturing, driving technology enhancements to optimize production processes. Collaborate globally to innovate and implement cutting-edge automation solutions in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead project initiatives by collaborating with teams across various regions to establish best practices and global standards.
• Prepare technical documents, presentations, and reports in coordination with different corporate functions.
• Spearhead discussions for automation roadmap innovation while benchmarking new OT automation technologies.
• Manage activities related to operational technology (OT) and automation, ensuring efficient execution in collaboration with operating units.
• Establish relationships with local and regional vendors to facilitate implementation processes.
• Define required infrastructure and network architecture while ensuring the segregation between IT and OT networks.
• Support integration and data communication across network layers, adhering to cybersecurity protocols.
• Explore and implement innovative methods for system automation.
• Design and test automation systems and processes.
• Define the specifications for wireless OT networks and necessary communication protocols.
• Engage with process historians for communication and data collection, enabling deeper analysis.
• Address projects related to industrial control systems (ICS) and Industry 4.0 enhancements.
• Collaborate effectively with industrial and IT teams to develop scalable and secure solutions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, automation, or computer science, or over 10 years of relevant Automation Controls experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience in an industrial environment.
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in automation.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience managing projects in accelerated environments while working collaboratively with teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly advanced Excel, Tableau, and Power BI.

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