Engineer (E/I) [Shift]

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 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 documentations 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.

• Preparing 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 and is a 12-hour shift position.

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