Associate Manager, Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of engineers on automation design, development, and implementation
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve Yield, Quality, OEE, MTBF/MTTR, and cost efficiency
• Prepare automation concepts, system design, specifications, CAPEX plans, and project roadmaps
• Oversee automation projects from design, fabrication, installation to buy‑off and handover
• Establish and execute acceptance testing for automation systems, databases, networks, MES/SAP integration
• Support daily manufacturing operations by solving equipment, yield, and breakdown issues
• Drive system capability improvement (hardware, software, robotics, vision systems) based on defined KPIs
• Review and upgrade manual material handling systems into robotic, actuator, or servo‑based solutions
• Develop preventive maintenance plans, technical manuals, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training materials
• Ensure machine safety, maintainability, cleanroom compliance, and reliability requirements are met
• Lead continuous improvement programs to increase equipment productivity and reduce maintenance cost
• Coach, train, and develop technical staff in automation knowledge and engineering best practices
• Ensure high equipment availability to meet production output targets
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF, EHS requirements, company policies, and legal regulations
• Manage and optimize service level agreements with internal and external service providers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering or related fields

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in automated manufacturing equipment design and development

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with automation houses or equivalent industrial environment

• Experience in supervisory or team‑lead roles preferred

• Experience in PLC and HMI programming, Industrial robotics (6‑axis robots, cobots), Machine vision system design and implementation

• Familiar with IT/OT, Industry 4.0, MES, IoT integration

• Familiar with Machinery safety standards and compliance, Equipment maintainability and reliability concepts, and CAD drawings and technical documentation

• Strong mechanical and electrical system knowledge

• Ability to read and create mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with suppliers

• Good communication and leadership skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering software (AutoCAD, NX, etc.)

• Good command of English