Editorial summary

The company seeks an Applied Innovation Engineer in R&D/Molding Operations to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on automation projects and to understand project requirements. The role involves designing machine control architectures for fully automated manufacturing systems, selecting automation components (PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, safety devices, sensors, industrial networks), and creating electrical control system layouts, wiring schematics, and drawings. Key requirements include experience in control system design, automation components, and electrical documentation; prior exposure to molding operations is advantageous. Compensation is offered at 6,500 (currency specified per region).

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Job description

[This job https://singapore.job-q.com/jobs/detail/applied-innovation-engineer-r-d-molding-operations-37587 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 13 Oct 2026]

• Work together with internal stakeholders (Business Development, Quality, Production and Maintenance) and external stakeholders (customers, suppliers and contractors) to understand project requirements & support automation projects.
• Assist in design of machine control architectures for fully automated manufacturing systems and select appropriate automation components, including PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, safety devices, sensors, industrial networks and electrical control hardware.
• Design electrical control systems, control panel layouts, wiring schematics and electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or equivalent CAD software.
• Develop, program, test and validate PLC, HMI and motion control software in accordance with IEC 61131-3 standards to meet machine functional, operational and safety requirements.
• Assist in implementation of machine safety systems, including safety PLCs, safety relays, emergency stop circuits, guard interlocks and safety functions in compliance with ISO 12100, ISO 13849, IEC62061 and IEC 60204-1.
• Support the integration of industrial robots, vision systems, laser systems, barcode readers, RFID systems, servo systems and third-party equipment into automated production lines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Product Design Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, motion control systems, and industrial automation.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP/IP, and OPC UA.
• Experience in electrical control system design and machine commissioning is preferred.
• Knowledge of robotics, vision systems, laser systems, or Industry 4.0 applications will be an advantage.
• Programming skills in Python, C#, C/C++, or similar languages will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work across functions.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, plastics injection molding, or automation projects will be advantageous.
• Location: Jurong | Mondays to Fridays (8:30am to 5:45pm)
• Monthly salary x 13 + Variable Bonus. Monthly salary will commensurate according to experiences
• Candidates available on short notice preferred

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