Senior / Automation Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and implement robust automation systems, ensuring safety and quality across projects. You'll define criteria with FEED, install, commission, and test, including IQ/OQ/PQ validations, while collaborating with internal teams to establish compliant validation procedures.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, calibrating equipment, and driving continuous improvement through cross-functional teamwork and

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
• Project management experience.
• Strong understanding of automation system design, manufacturing processes and safety.
• Knowledge of statistical software analysis (MINITAB, MATLAB).
• PFMEA and CPK study knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation systems to meet safety standards and optimize performance.
• Define performance and quality criteria through FEED, installation, commissioning, and testing with IQ/OQ/PQ validations.
• Collaborate to devise technical solutions, design experiments, and establish validation procedures.
• Prepare testing protocols and document results for concept approval.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality regulations.
• Calibrate and repair machinery to support reliability.
• Lead cross-functional teams to identify root causes and drive improvements.
• Develop maintenance procedures and train staff on new machines.
• Collaborate on Process FMEA and machine qualification activities.
• Coordinate FAT and SAT with suppliers to meet delivery timelines.
• Apply Lean tools (5S, Gemba-walk, 5-Why) for efficiency.
• Coordinate QA and production teams on qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automation engineering

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Education

Diploma in Automation

Degree in Mechatronics

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MINITAB

MATLAB

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automation engineering systems and processes to meet safety standards and optimize product performance.
• Define and validate performance and quality criteria through FEED (Front End Engineering Design), installation, commissioning, and testing stages, including IQ, OQ, and PQ validations, ensuring seamless transition to production.
• Collaborate with internal teams to devise technical solutions, design experiments, and establish validation and qualification procedures to ensure compliance with governance, company standards, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and execute testing protocols, analyze test outcomes, update activity logs, and document results for concept approval.
• Oversee adherence to safety and quality regulations, ensuring standards are maintained.
• Calibrate and repair machinery and equipment to support operational reliability.
• Work within cross-functional teams to identify root causes of product failures and drive continuous improvement in automation systems.
• Develop maintenance procedures, checklists, and work instructions for new machines and auxiliary equipment; provide training for operational and maintenance staff.
• Collaborate with both internal and external teams on Process FMEA and machine qualification activities.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to complete Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) within delivery timelines.
• Apply Lean principles such as 5S, Gemba-walk, 5-why, and implement improvement suggestions for operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with QA and production teams to submit and follow up on qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational needs.

Requirements

• Experience in related roles with Diploma or degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management.
• Strong understanding of automation engineering system design concept & development, manufacturing processes and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of statistical software analysis (e.g., MINITAB, MATLAB)

Have knowhow in Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) and CPK study.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank You.

EA Licence Number: 24C2582

Personnel Registration Number: R1109826