Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer
Location: Tuas, Singapore
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Company: Our client is a leading global pharmaceutical company committed to advancing science and delivering life-saving medicines. With a strong presence in Singapore, they are looking to expand their automation engineering team. Join an innovative and fast-paced environment focused on quality, compliance, and cutting-edge technology.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation systems, ensuring all systems meet operational requirements and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct and oversee the qualification of automated systems, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and deliver automation projects on time and within budget. Provide technical leadership during project execution, from design through to commissioning.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to automation systems, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining system reliability.
• Ensure all automation documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and qualification protocols, are thoroughly created, maintained, and compliant with industry standards.
• Identify opportunities for system optimization, process improvements, and automation upgrades. Support innovation in automation technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with process engineers, IT teams, and other departments to ensure smooth integration of automation systems with other plant systems.
Requirements:
• 6-10 years of experience in automation engineering, specifically in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Working experience with MES, AMPS & Rockwell Pharma Suite including system design, coding, and troubleshooting.
• In-depth knowledge of automation system design and qualification processes (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ).