Job Description

Launched in 2007 as a joint initiative between Singapore Polytechnic and SPRING Singapore (now known as Enterprise Singapore), the Food Innovation and Resource Centre (FIRC) was established to provide food enterprises with technical expertise in new product and process development including packaging, shelf life evaluation, market testing and adopting automation and digitalisation for Industry 4.0 readiness. FIRC is one of the Innovation Centres under the Department of Technology, Innovation & Enterprise (TIE).

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the appointee will work in a team to propose solutions faced by SMEs clients in the food industry. He/she will participate in the development of Food re-engineering processes and customize building of food equipment for new and existing food products manufacturing and integrate them into existing/new process flow in the manufacturing plant, specialising in mechanical mechanism design for food processing applications. The appointee will also be involved seminars/courses relating to food processing systems.

Responsibilities:

Develop new and improve existing food production workflow using productive methods or technologies

Develop new and improve existing food equipment/system and integrate them into existing process flow in the manufacturing plant for clients

Source, identify and develop new technology to provide innovative solutions in food and process for equipment design for better shelf life extension, increased quality consistency improvement or legacy machines upgrade in the local food manufacturer applications

Liaise with clients, stakeholders and equipment suppliers to ensure the timely completion of projects and ensure compliance to customer specifications

Develop 3D mechanical design Model and 2D parts drawings using Solidworks or Inventor CAD software for projects proposals and prepare associated documentations

Keep abreast of trends and developments of additive manufacturing and Predictive Maintenance technology

Conduct machine testing, debugging and commissioning in Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) & Site Acceptance Test (SAT) phase

Explore new design concept, learn and implement it for advanced manufacturing, Industrial 4.0, additive manufacturing, and future technology

Ensure design produced and proper project documentation are in compliance with hygiene regulatory and standards

Support the centre's operation through sourcing, maintaining, developing and identifying appropriate suppliers and technology to optimise in-house equipment uptime

Requirements:

At least 5 years of engineering related experience in mechanical system design & development, automation system or contract manufacturing environment

Relevant qualifications in Mechanical, Mechatronic Engineering or related disciplines

Proficient in 3D and 2D CAD software, Solidworks/Inventor and AutoCAD 2D or DraftSight drafting

Experience working in the Food & Beverage or Pharmaceutical industry will be an advantage

Equipped with system level technical knowledge and able to understand cross-functional technical methodology in manufacturing and factory automation equipment development

Experience in designing Robotic Systems or Fixtures & Tooling or Pick & Place Systems or Loaders/Unloaders

Experience in CAM system design will be an added advantage

Knowledge of mechanical parts fabrication processes such as machining, metal fabrication or cable harnessing or secondary treatment processes etc, will be an added advantage

Familiar with different motion implementation related design, simple pneumatic system design and sensor component selections

Possess Project Management skills to perform scheduling, budget control, vendor management and project status reporting

A positive self-driven and independent individual who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn and be committed to providing quality service to clients

Willing to travel to customer's site for frequent meetings and visits for better process study

Successful applicant will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

Closing Date: 22 November 2022

If you are shortlisted for the position, you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.