Automation and Controls Engineer

  • Full-time

Company Description

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and manufacturing company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs approximately 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2017 were $6.6 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com

Job Description

You lead engineering improvements, engineering support during machine breakdown and carry out TPM activities on machinery control systems within our ASEAN locations - Malaysia (Bangi & Kajang), Thailand (Rayong & Bang Na), Indonesia (Cikarang), Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh & Hanoi), Singapore (Toh Guan). As an expert in the PLC and Drive Control system, you will participate in executing projects across ASEAN sites.You can be based in Malaysia (Bangi/Kajang) or Thailand (Rayong/Bang Na)You will be reporting to Sr Engineering Manager, ASEAN, who is based in Bangi Malaysia.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

  • Upkeep of PLC programs for ASEAN assets by maintaining a database and develop an engineering plan to ensure hardware upgrades are deployed to minimize obsolescence.
  • Providing technical support in machine problem solving and upgrading activities - troubleshooting & executing machine improvement initiatives. This could be answering calls and working with site technicians and Engineers, remotely connecting to the plant system or travelling to sites to fix the issue.
  • Responsibility in projects would cover from inception stage, design reviews till installation and commissioning of a process or control system for the manufacturing asset.
  • Supporting to deploy the Maintenance Inventory system to organize Spare Part storage areas at ASEAN sites mainly Distribution Centers.
  • Training and Knowledge sharing within the ASEAN Team.
  • Travel across ASEAN sites up to 50% based on projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Specialized Diploma in Automation and Controls Engineering.
  • 3 years+ of relevant experience in automation engineering work in the Manufacturing or Service industry
  • Experience in Siemens PLC is a must. Allen Bradley is good to have
  • Experience in Siemens and Parker Drive Controls is a must.
  • Exposure to SCADA operating systems would be an added advantage.
  • Good understanding of basic machine controls which include induction motor control using AC Drives, tension control system, hydraulic/pneumatics and valve controls. 
  • Able to troubleshoot problems as they arise and find effective solutions
  • Able to map out projects, prioritize workload and keep accurate documentation
  • Able to keep up with the latest techniques and technologies as they develop

Additional Information

BENEFITS

  • Medical Consultation outpatient coverage for self, spouse and children.

  • Additional Dental/Optical benefits

  • Insurance Coverage for Self - Hospitalization and Personal accident.

SELECTION PROCESS

HR Discussion, 2 to 3 rounds of Functional Interviews.

CALL TO ACTION

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