Snr Automation Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automation Engineer to lead the design, maintenance, and optimization of industrial automation systems. This role will play a critical part in ensuring operational reliability, driving continuous improvement, and implementing advanced automation solutions across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

1. System Maintenance & Reliability

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance of automation systems, including ABB 800xA DCS, Schneider and Siemens PLCs, and Fix32 SCADA platforms.
• Ensure high system availability and reliability with minimal downtime.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to enhancelong-term system performance.

1. System Design & Integration

• Drive the design, development, and implementation of new automation systems and process improvements.
• Design and program control logic, develop HMI interfaces, and integrate SCADA and DCS systems.
• Architect and implement interfaces for smart devicessuch as robots, label applicators, and other automated equipment.
• Provide technical leadership in system architecture decisions and projectexecution.

1. Troubleshooting & Technical Expertise

• Lead root cause analysisand resolve complexautomation issues with a focus on minimizing production impact.
• Serve as the escalation point for criticalsystem failures.
• Provide advanced technical supportfor automation equipmentincluding robots and applicators.

1. Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Identify opportunities to enhancesystem efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Drive optimization initiatives leveraging data, analytics, and best practices in automation.
• Champion innovation and implementation of new technologies to improve productivity and reduce costs.

1. Documentation & Standards

• Establish and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Ensure all system changesand upgrades are properly documented and compliant with internal and regulatory requirements.

1. Technology Leadership

• Stay current with emergingautomation technologies, industrytrends, and best practices.
• Evaluate, recommend, and lead implementation of system upgradesand modernization initiatives.

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teamsto ensure seamless operations.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, fostering technical capability withinthe team.
• Support project teams in automation-related initiatives and capital projects.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's degreein Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 yearsof experience inindustrial automation, preferably within the food & beverage or FMCG sector.
• Demonstrated experience in leading automation projects and troubleshooting complex systems.

Technical Expertise

• Strong proficiency in:
• ABB 800xA DCS
• Schneider and Siemens PLC programming
• SCADA systems(Fix32 or equivalent)
• Client-server architectures and industrial controlsystems
• Solid understanding of control systems, industrial networking, and automation principles.

Interested applicants, please submit here or email your updated resume to [Confidential Information]

AVRIL CHUA SWEE HONG

CEI: R1103862