Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

Job Title:                      Senior Controls Engineer - Malaysia

Department:                     Engineering

Position Overview:

The Controls Engineer will lead in Hardware/Software Controls development utilized on assembly and packaging equipment, process equipment and high-speed applications.  Ability for creating new solutions for every project is needed.  The candidate will be responsible for leading the installation and start-up of new equipment, improvements to existing equipment and other continuous improvement initiatives.  This position requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.  The candidate must be self-driven and quick to learn and able to perform in a very dynamic work environment, balancing a wide variety of projects and work activities.

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD) is an innovative medical device company dedicated to making the lives of people with diabetes easier. Through its OmniPod Insulin Management System, Insulet seeks to expand the use of insulin pump therapy among people with insulin-dependent diabetes.  Insulet's Delivery Systems business also partners with global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to tailor the OmniPod technology platform for the delivery of subcutaneous drugs across multiple therapeutic areas. 

Responsibilities:

• Install and troubleshoot control systems, servo drives, motors, vision system, HMIs, SCADAs and PLCs on high-speed assembly, packaging, and process equipment.
• Troubleshoot, continuously improve and create imaging programs for assembly and processing equipment.
• Good knowledge in the vision system with latest technologies applications example camera applications, light source applications, vision programming with python programming, C++/C Programming, machine learning and/or deep learning.
• Develop, collaborate on, and review wiring diagrams and logic for new equipment, field retrofits, and upgrades.
• Provide extensive support for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to respond in a dynamic and fast-growing environment.
• Utilize excellent troubleshooting skills with a hands-on approach to identify root cause and define solution.
• Ability to be independent and self-motivated.
• Research and analyze data for specifications, feasibility studies, and productivity improvements.
• Plan tasks and provide significant contributions to the team.
• Ability to develop a medium to large control systems program from scratch.

• Accountable to driving maintenance process improvements in support of Insulet’s primary manufacturing objectives: Best Quality, Best Service, Best Cost.
• Autonomously interprets data to drive plant decision making and prioritization of reliability efforts.
• Plan, execute, and manage efficiency improvement projects.
• Develop and implement process controls to stabilize and sustain equipment reliability.
• Independently maintains and publishes operating scorecard to track and trend projects/improvements.
• Provide input and support for technology transfer and equipment design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality policies, and employee guidelines.
• Maintain a cGMP compliant environment and operate within FDA guidelines.
• Ability to provide coaching and training to others related to Vision System, PLC Programming and any other types of programming related machine operations.
• To perform software assessments, software backups on Vision System, PLC Program, Robotic system and anything related to machine programs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in an electrical engineering discipline or related field
• 1-2 years of experience working directly on automated manufacturing equipment
• Hands-on experience in setup and operation of automated production equipment
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and data analytics tools
• Process oriented and uses data to make decisions.
• Demonstrated success using problem solving methodologies such as A3, PDCA, DMAIC, etc.
• Ability to fulfill job responsibilities in a fast-paced/high-volume production environment. 

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Strong PLC programming skills for Allen Bradley, Siemens and Mitsubishi. Beckhoff programming is a plus.
• Strong HM and SCADA development experience.
• Good SQL Server Database knowledge with some MES background and Visual Basic Programming a plus
• Good experience in vision system and coding development is strong advantage.
• Strong Knowledge of VFD and Servo drives. 
• Strong knowledge of servo motion control concepts and robotics
• Familiarity working within cGMP guidelines and ISO 13485/21FDA820 regulations.
• Experience working in a regulated industry, in particular consumable products. 
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and rigorous process discipline
• Multi-language fluency preferred (English, Malay, Mandarin)

Physical Requirements:       

• Required to stand up to 75% of working time per shift, with walking up to 50% of working time per shift.
• Able to work off shifts (nights/weekends) as needed, 10% max.