Senior Process & Metrology Engineer – Plastic Molding

HEPTAGON PHOTONICS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HEPTAGON PHOTONICS PTE. LTD. is seeking a mechanically minded engineer to support polymer molding processes for lens-to-wafer scale, using high-end CNC step-and-repeat equipment, and to prepare alignment, dispensing, and inspection recipes.

The role emphasizes in-process inspections, data analysis with Smartscope and profilers, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with design, project management, and machine vendors.

Qualifications

• Familiar with data processing, programming, or metrology on precision instruments.
• Programming skills (Excel macros, Matlab, Python) preferred for data analysis.
• 1–3 years experience preferred; fresh graduates with strong skills welcome.
• Knowledge of polymer, curing, and machining; strong presentation and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Mold polymers from lens to wafer level using CNC step and repeat equipment; set up alignment, dispensing, and inspection recipes.
• Perform in-process inspections and data analysis on moulded components.
• Lead DFM initiatives and explore new technologies; improve existing processes.
• Collaborate with product designers, project managers, and machine vendors to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Plan projects with documentation and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Data processing

Programming

Metrology

Molding optimization

Data analysis

PowerPoint/Word/Excel

Education

Degree or Master’s in Mechanical, Material, Chemical, or related engineering

Tools

Smartscope

Contact profiler

Non-contact profiler

Job description

HEPTAGON PHOTONICS PTE. LTD. is seeking a mechanically minded engineer to support polymer molding processes for lens-to-wafer scale, using high-end CNC step-and-repeat equipment, and to prepare alignment, dispensing, and inspection recipes.

The role emphasizes in-process inspections, data analysis with Smartscope and profilers, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration with design, project management, and machine vendors.