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Senior/Principal Controls Engineer

Penang, Malaysia

Job Status

Job Type

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Open

Full Time, Permanent

On-Site

Job description

The Senior/ Principal Controls Engineer will develop, commission and support high-volume automated manufacturing equipment and assembly systems. The role involves automation software development, machine integration, production support, process optimization and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and commission automated assembly and test equipment.

  • Develop PLC, HMI and motion control software for manufacturing systems.

  • Prepare electrical drawings, control architecture and machine documentation.

  • Support equipment installation, production ramp-up and factory acceptance activities.

  • Troubleshoot automation equipment, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

  • Maintain and improve existing automation systems to enhance productivity and reliability.

  • Develop data collection methods and process control strategies to improve equipment performance.

  • Integrate automation equipment with factory information systems and third-party devices.

  • Drive continuous improvement projects

  • Work with cross-functional teams, suppliers and manufacturing personnel


Requirements

  • Experience supporting automated manufacturing equipment and complex automation projects.

  • PLC programming, HMI development, SCADA, MES integration, pneumatics and servo motion systems.

  • Siemens and/or Mitsubishi PLC platforms and industrial HMI development.

  • Knowledge of servo motion control, industrial robotics and automated machine commissioning.

  • Familiarity with factory data collection systems and communication protocols.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature, and level, of the work performed by this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required.

We invite interested candidates to write-in with CV and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a discussion.

Lee Shiow Chyn
EA12C6130
R1112042
hr@hpspartners.com.sg

60 Paya Lebar Road #07 - 54
Paya Lebar Square

Singapore 409051

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