Automation Assembly and Wiring Technician
About the company
ChemLex, founded by an interdisciplinary team in 2022, focuses on the disruption of chemical synthesis via its proprietary end-to-end high-throughput fully-automated platform powered by AI algorithms. Compared to traditional chemical synthesis via manual operations, our robotic platform not only improves the efficiency of chemical synthesis but also reduces cost and provides significant ESG benefit via our quantitative green chemistry system.
Through this innovative platform ChemLex provides chemical synthesis services to global customers in the pharmaceutical, and other chemical industries.
We are seeking motivated scientists, engineers and support staff tohelp establish and grow our R&D and production facility in Singapore whichhouses our fully-automated platform.
We want to hear from enthusiastic applicants who have an interest inAI and automation and are energised by the idea of working in a start-upenvironment.
Your tasks
About the role We are looking for an Automation Assembly & Wiring Technician to join our Singapore engineering team and support the assembly, commissioning, maintenance and continuous improvement of ChemLex's automated chemistry equipment.
This is a highly hands-on role involving both mechanical assembly and electrical control wiring. You will work closely with our mechanical, electrical and automation engineers to build and commission sophisticated robotic equipment used within ChemLex's automated chemistry platform.
The role will include assembly of machine frames and mechanicalsystems, installation and alignment of linear-motion components, assembly andwiring of electrical control cabinets, cable installation and termination,equipment testing, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
- Perform mechanical assembly andmechanical commissioning of automation equipment.
- Perform electrical wiring forautomation equipment.
- Carry out routine maintenanceand servicing of company equipment.
- Assist engineers with equipmenttesting and validation.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who is practical, technically competentand comfortable working independently on complex equipment. Attention to detailand a high standard of workmanship are particularly important.
- Experience in electricalcontrol cabinet assembly and wiring is required. A low-voltage electriciancertification is preferred.
- Hands-on experience in theassembly and commissioning of linear motion systems, including guide rails,ball screws, and rack-and-pinion mechanisms.
- Experience in assemblinglarge-scale equipment.
- Solid mechanical fittingskills, strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, and a strongsense of responsibility.
- A practical, diligent, anddetail-oriented work ethic, a proactive attitude, and the ability to workeffectively under pressure.
Desirable
- NITEC, Higher NITEC, Diploma orequivalent technical qualification in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation,Mechanical or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience with automationequipment manufacturers, machine builders, system integrators, semiconductorequipment or advanced manufacturing.
- Familiarity with PLC-controlledmachinery, industrial sensors, motors, pneumatics and machine safety systems.
- Experience with robotic,laboratory or other precision automation equipment.