PDAP - Technical Project Manager / Senior Automation Engineer (Assembly Automation)

【Job Overview】 Key responsibilities include leading projects focused on the implementation of automated machines for assembly, packaging, and other fully automated process across SHL’s manufacturing plants worldwide. 【Main Responsibilities】 Project Management: • Responsible for the industrialization of fully automated assembly equipment for auto-injector, or assembly lines of semi-automatic assembly equipment • Lead and manage automation projects from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with project timelines and budget. • Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, milestones, and risk management strategies. • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution. Technical Leadership: • Oversee the design and development of automated assembly equipment for auto-injectors. • Provide technical expertise and guidance to both internal teams and external automation integration partners. • Ensure that all automated systems meet stringent quality and regulatory standards. Process : • Work closely with automation integration companies to specify requirements, review designs, and validate performance. • Specify, Review design, verify and test equipment, and transfer automation equipment to Manufacturing that meets or exceed expectations in terms of lead-time, compliance, quality, performance, yield, availability and output. • Collaborate with internal quality and validation teams to ensure that all processes comply with quality standards and regulatory requirements. • Facilitate effective communication between internal departments and external partners to resolve technical issues and optimize system performance. • Collaborate with the Validation team and conduct equipment qualification and validation. • Work together with Suppliers, the Manufacturing Department and the Validation Department to maintain and improve general specifications (e.g. table height, allowed materials) and workflows (e.g. Validations Department shall approve materials before Supplier starts building equipment, ensure that the equipment can operate for 8 hours before it leaves Supplier) • Support and provide historical data to the Process Team to identify what assembly steps needs to be de-risked/tested in the lab. • Translate the process defined by the Process Team into requirement specifications for Suppliers (e.g. stop on force/distance, center part on dimension X) • Translate risk analysis into requirement specifications (e.g. component might break – supplier shall have a camera inspection) Process Optimization: • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in automation. • Conduct thorough testing and validation of automated systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. • Monitor system performance post-implementation and make necessary adjustments to enhance efficiency. • Do root cause investigation for technical issues Documentation and Compliance: • Maintain comprehensive documentation for all phases of the project, including design specifications, testing protocols, and validation reports. Responsibility include but not limited to: user requirement, engineering report, factor and site inspection protocol and reports, work instruction, time lines and project status updates,etc… • Ensure that all project activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. • Prepare and present regular project updates to senior management and other stakeholders. Training and Support: • Provide training and support to manufacturing and maintenance teams on new automated systems. • Develop training materials and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for automated equipment. • Offer ongoing technical support to resolve any issues that arise during production. • Transfer knowledge to the Manufacturing Department