Senior Automation Engineer – Pharma Manufacturing & DeltaV

MSD Malaysia

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Singapore is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to provide technical support for automation systems across Manufacturing Operations, drive continuous improvement and ensure compliant, validated operations in a GMP environment.

You will lead automation activities for new product introductions, support DeltaV DCS lifecycle management and participate in change controls, CAPEX projects and root-cause investigations with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years relevant technical experience in Process Automation.
Hands-on experience supporting Emerson DeltaV DCS and/or other distributed control systems.
Experience supporting GMP-regulated manufacturing operations and working within SDLC and change management frameworks.
Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
Experience supporting commissioning, qualification, startup and operational manufacturing activities.
Good communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities.
Demonstrates ability to work independently and drive results across multiple assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Lead automation activities supporting new product introductions, new manufacturing capabilities, process optimisation initiatives and technical transfers into manufacturing.
Provide technical support for manufacturing and utility systems during equipment start-up, commissioning, qualification and routine operations.
Identify opportunities to improve control systems, manufacturing processes and equipment reliability by leveraging industry best practices and continuous improvement principles.
Lead complex troubleshooting and investigations involving production processes, equipment, automation systems and software configuration to minimise operational impact.
Perform automation maintenance activities including preventive maintenance, periodic reviews, backup verification, disaster recovery testing and obsolescence management to ensure systems remain compliant and in a validated state.
Support DeltaV DCS lifecycle management activities including system monitoring, infrastructure support, development environment maintenance and implementation of system improvements.
Develop, review and maintain automation SOPs, Job Aids, SDLC documentation, test protocols and validation deliverables to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Prepare and execute AIQ, AOQ, test plans and supporting documentation in accordance with quality and validation requirements.
Execute automation change controls and manage implementation activities to ensure changes are delivered on time without impacting manufacturing operations.
Support site capital projects, plant improvement initiatives and automation projects through technical leadership and execution.
Perform root cause analysis, develop corrective and preventive actions, and implement sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence of automation-related issues.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Pharm Technical Operations and Engineering teams to support reliable product supply and successful project execution.
Support investigations, deviations, atypical events and fault reports related to automation systems and ensure timely resolution.
Participate in HAZOP reviews and complete assigned actions as required.
Support Service Owner and System Owner responsibilities for DCS, PLC, BMS, EMS, utility and other automation systems as assigned.
Develop automation training materials and provide technical coaching to engineers, operators and site stakeholders.