Industrial Process Simulation Robotic Engineer

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Thales established its presence in Singapore in 1973 to support the expansion of aerospace-related activities in the Asia-Pacific region. Throughout the last four decades, the company grew from strength to strength and is today involved in the primary businesses of Aerospace (including Air Traffic Management), Defence & Security, Ground Transportation and Digital Identity & Security. Thales today employs over 2,100 people in Singapore across all its business areas.

**Position Summary**:

- The incumbent position will lead Industry 4.0 transformation of current Industrial & Manufacturing processes.
- This position is responsible to oversee technical aspect of different types of Robots deployment for automation projects aimed at optimizing industrial processes, improving efficiency, and enhancing productivity.

**Responsibilities**:

- Drive Process Improvement: Listen, understanding the current process from operators, identify operation pain point, bottleneck and propose for Automation and Improvement.
- Requirements Gathering: Work closely with stakeholders on the business needs, operational requirements, and define/write standard technical specifications for automation solutions that can be applied and reused.
- Technical Design and Implementation: Lead the comprehensive study, design for different kinds of robots (Cobots, AMR, Warehouse Robotic, and Robotic Arms) and their paths/movements, overseeing the collaborative development and deployment of both hardware and software with line builders and internal stakeholders to deploy seamless, safe and reliable solutions.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Identify project stakeholders, establish clear communication channels, and manage expectations to ensure alignment with project goals and requirements.
- System Design: Collaborate with engineering teams to develop conceptual and detailed designs for automation systems, including hardware, software, and control strategies.
- Vendor Selection and support: Evaluate and select automation vendors, contractors, and suppliers based on capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and compatibility with project requirements.
- System Integration: Connect with our internal teams (such as IS/IT, facility) to prepare and ensure seamless deployment of the solution from our selected vendor.
- Testing and deployment: Lead and overseeing all technical aspects of implementation, testing, commissioning, and deployment to ensure successful delivery.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks and uncertainties from technical aspect associated with automation projects, develop mitigation plans, and monitor project progress to minimize disruptions and delays.
- Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality standards, testing procedures, and validation protocols to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of automation systems.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to end-users, maintenance personnel, and other stakeholders to facilitate the smooth adoption and operation of automation solutions.
- Documentation and Configuration, Reuse and Redeployment: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including specifications, drawings, test reports, provide and maintain knowledge for possibility of re-configuration, reuse and redeployment of the machines and robots.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in industrial system engineering, computer science, automation, robotic or a related field.
- Min. 3 years proven experience in robotic projects, design and deployment of robots, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of autonomous navigation, patch planning and machine learning within the robotics domain specifically in the implementation of industrial automation projects.
- Deep understanding of industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, SCADA systems, HMI interfaces, robotics, industrial data capturing, VSM and MES/MOM software.
- Strong disposition toward continuous learning, self-starter and passionate to drive, emulate, synchronize and connect with stakeholders on automation projects to achieve business objectives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to achieve project objectives
- Knowledge of regulatory standards and best practices in industrial automation
- Experience with industry relay out project or vendors management is a plus
- Proven experience with process optimization, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing princ