Engineer (E&I)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Supervise and inspect the installation, modification, testing and operation of instrumentation, controls, components, and systems.
• Function as project development member to install or upgrade equipment. Schedule and obtain project material and manpower.
• Organize/coordinate site calibration program in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Oversee the use and maintenance of measuring instruments.
• Support in the planning of routine maintenance of production equipment.
• Strategize on maintenance, work instruction and methods to create effective preventive maintenance procedures.
• Analyze breakdowns, diagnose faults, and lead time critical equipment repairs. Implement preventive measures to improve machine reliability.
• Work with reliability engineers to improve equipment performance and extend equipment useful life cycle.
• Oversee and control maintenance costs.
• Train and mentor technicians in equipment operating concepts and maintenance techniques.
• Support plant EHS and Quality initiatives and targets.
• Support automation activities including line sustaining operations and troubleshooting.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review/approve calibration specifications against product/process specifications.
• Ensure timely completion of calibration related investigations and develop effective corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop standard operating procedures for instrument calibration and implementing of maintenance programs for operational efficiencies and minimize cost.
• Evaluate root cause analysis reports of major equipment and system failure and develop potential solutions.
• Review installations and assembly documentation periodically to ensure compliance with organizational procedures.
• Approve recommended repair works for major equipment and system failures.
• Establish technical guidelines for the calibrations and alignment of robot motors, sensors and encoders.
• Optimize the motion, functions and routes of robots and other equipment and system components.
• Manage vendor service contracts.
• Prepare operation and maintenance budget.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science in Control & Instrumentation/ Electrical/ Chemical/ IT Engineering or related discipline.
• Diploma with at least 5 years of experience are also welcomed.
• 5 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical or nutritional manufacturing facility will be highly advantageous.
• Good planning and supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Programmable logic controllers (PLC) will be advantageous.
• High in computer literacy.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ability to lead, motivate and foster professional development within a team.

*Kindly note this position is based in Tuas.

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