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Reporting to: Primary Maintenance Manager
Duty Post: Malvar, Batangas
Primary Automation Engineer
The Primary Automation Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability, stability, and continuous improvement of primary process automation systems. The role provides hands-on technical support for SCADA, PLC, MOM, and related automation platforms to enable safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations.
What you will do
- Ensure optimal performance and availability of primary process automation systems, promptly addressing automation-related issues that may impact production.
- Work closely with Maintenance and Cell Structure teams to improve process stability, prevent damaged batches, and support strong process capability (Cpk).
- Perform system and hardware maintenance, including software management and regular backup updates, and ensure compliance with automation robustification standards.
- Collaborate with Factory Engineering and equipment suppliers (OEMs) on projects, new machine installations, upgrades, and automation-related changes.
- Provide technical guidance and support to electricians and production teams on programming and automation-related matters.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Kaizen activities, in coordination with CI engineers.
- Comply with all EHS requirements, internal regulations, and corporate policies, demonstrating safe and responsible work practices at all times.
Who we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering
- At least 3 years of experience in a similar automation or manufacturing engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of electrical, electronic, and communication hardware.
- Ability to read electrical diagrams and interpret, write, and troubleshoot automation and logic programs.
- Very good verbal and written communication skills in English.
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Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor Assessment tests Interviews Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
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