Automation Engineer I

Takeda SGP - Singapore - Woodlands Updated 5 October 2026
PharmaBiotechQuality Assurancegmpinform

Job description

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Automation Engineer I is recognized within Takeda as support personnel for the Singapore Biologics manufacturing facility with respect to all Automation and Control activities. In this role, he/she is supporting the Process and Facility Automation activities within the Site Engineering function. This position reports into the Automation Manager at the Singapore manufacturing site. Automation Engineer I is an integral member of the Automation Team contributing to the milestones. He / she also interact closely with the various functions within Singapore facility to ensure that all automation and control activities are delivered to support reliable and robust operations. Automation Engineer I supports and executes all automation activities result in fit for purpose assets which meet the business requirements (safety, functionality, capacity, capability, reliability) in a timely and cost-effective manner. Responsibilities • Works closely with more senior staff and projects of minimal complexity. • Implements simple changes or modifications • Provides out-of-hours technical support to address and rectify technical issues and queries per rotational basis • Performs troubleshooting and investigation of issues. Escalate to the more senior Engineers if the need arises due to the complexity of the issues • Adheres to the budget • Supports Audit request with close supervision from Senior Engineers and Manager • Complies with quality related documents. (e.g. SOP´s, CAPAs, Change Controls, Specifications etc. • Supports activities that will ensure the integrity of quality related electronic data within the systems. • Supports and executes spares management, routines, preventive and corrective maintenance plan in consideration of the production schedule • Supports and executes validation work for Automation systems • Responsibility to adhere to any applicable EHS requirements. • Commitment to a fair and respectful relationship to others and behavior in accordance with Takeda’s Code of Conduct. • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor. Education and Experience Requirements • Relevant degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computing, or Mechatronic) • Experience in biopharmaceutical industry(preferred) • Experience in good engineering practice, process automation and maintenance(preferred) Key Skills and Competencies • Basic knowledge in any of the following: o Siemens PLC/ Step 7 o Siemens PCS7/ Step7/ WinCC/ Batch/ Route Control o OSI PI system and architecture o Inmation o Hardware configuration and software coding o Process Knowledge o cGMP, GAMP, ISA 95, S88, FAT, IQ, OQ, PQ and Life Cycle management of computerized system o IT knowledge for Server/Client and Infrastructure • Customer orientated • Analytical thinking • Good communication skills for both written and spoken • Can work effectively with peers. Locations SGP - Singapore - Woodlands Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

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