Automation Engineer

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Founded in Singapore in 2004, Akribis Systems is a motion control company that provides high precision direct drive motors. We construct products for a range of industries including renewable energy, semiconductor, communication, biomedical, robotics or any industry that requires precise motion.

We produce direct drive motors with a high force density and patented coil design that decreases cogging. Our linear and rotary motors also are available with stages that we manufacture ourselves so you can smoothly integrate the motor into your design.

More than simply a manufacturer, we are also innovators. Our deep knowledge of engineering and dedication to the work has resulted in 44 patents, and our research and development into the field of magnetics will only continue to grow our business. Our engineers are able to custom design motors and stages to your specific requirements with you as a co-developer.

Today, we have two production factories and numerous sales and support offices across the globe. At Akribis Systems, precision matters.

Department Overview:
Our R&D team is working on technologies that enables the next generation Precision (CNC) Machining Centres. This involves enhancement to the machine's performance, funcrionalities and it's integration to future smart factory. The scope of development include Advanced Mechatronic Motion Control, Automation, Industrial Robotics, Industrial IoT and Cloud-based Monitoring/Control Systems.

DESIGNATION : Automation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the development and realization of factory machining automation and system integration, involving PLC, Robotic Arms, Sensory System, Safety Devices, etc.
- Perform Robot target teaching and motion planning based on automation requirements.
- Programming of Robotic Arm (ABB) to perform tasks, logic sequences and handshaking with other devices.
- Knowledge on PLC (Logic & HMI) programming will be an added advantage.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing Teams and Internal/External Customers to realise production ready systems.
- Work with other local and regional teams (such as Sales, Applications, Manufacturing) within the organisation to support the entire product lifestyle (i.e. from conceptualisation to commercialisation)

QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor or Master's Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Fresh graduates with relevant knowledge in their coruse of study are welcome to apply.
- Preferably with 1-2 years of working experience in manufacturing or related industries.
- Applicants without experience but with good learning ability are welcome to apply.

OTHER INFORMATION

**Skillset(s) Requirement**:

- Technical skills (need not be comprehensive):

- Strong knowledge and understanding of engineering fundamentals and design principles.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to derive sound engineering conclusions
- Experience in Industrial Robot Programming (Online Teaching and Offline Programming). PLC Programming with Ladder Diagram and/or Structured Text, preferably with exposure to PLC HMI, will be an added advantage.
- Experience with several industrial connectivity standards, such as OPC, RS485, Modbus, CANOpen, EtherCat, Profinet, etc.
- Basic understanding of various sensory system and actuators
- Experience working with 3D CAD Software such as Solidworks.
- Hands-on experience in performing mechanical assembly and testing validation
- Experience with using or integrating CNC Machining Centres to Automation System will be an valuable advantage.

**Attributes**:

- Passionate about Engineering, creating new things and realising ideas/concepts into production-ready or commecialisable products.
- Open to take on unfamiliar task and adaptable to new area of work.
- Resourceful and an effective self-learner.
- Able to work well independently, in a team and in a dynamic project environment.
- Meticulous attention to quality, detail and reliability.