Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineering Automation position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

The Director of Engineering will develop and drive Process Automation in providing technical expertise in the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of innovative automation system in partnership with R&D and NPD groups. Continuing to innovate and improve by extracting more opportunities and benefit from automation technology.

How you'll make an impact:

Initiate and lead the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of highly complex automation systems in support of R&D, New Product Development / Introduction, instilling DFM. Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups and key stakeholders. Oversee, inspire, and develop SMEs, and retain a technical talent to ensure automation knowledge continuity and knowledge transfer capabilities from Singapore site to the global. Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.
Manage resource planning, project planning, budgeting, expense priorities, performance management, and working through team managers to achieve results.
Identify opportunities for and drive the development and management of multiple, highly complex automated systems that resolve manufacturing and/or product inspection challenges.
Provide insight to stakeholders on current automation capabilities to ensure they are reusable in broader initiatives while developing new capabilities
Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring collaboration, professionalism and cooperation against scope, timelines and budget for strategic automation program activities.
Embrace Agile Methodology and working efficiently with ambiguity.
Responsible for the tactical execution of value stream mindset and culture of continuous improvement based on Edwards Production System (EPS)

What you'll need to have (Required):

Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or related
Experience in Automation deployment
Track record in management of technical and/or automation disciplines and/or agile methodology
Experience working in a regulated industry

What else we look for (Preferred):

Proven successful project management leadership skills
Proficient in both Microsoft Office Suite and Solidworks
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
Determines or effectively recommends course of action after considering potential risks of alternatives
Ability to read and interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5
Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations
Experience in PLC logic and programming, and integration of sensors, sub-systems, and controllers Preferred
Experience in development, integration, and programming of Vision Systems Preferred
Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to controls engineering
Demonstrated ability to work with teams to complete critical milestones under pressure with short deadlines
Expert knowledge and understanding of mechanical design & machine building practices
Expert understanding of fixture development & system integration
Expert understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
Extensive understanding of Six Sigma concepts with proven ability to apply to projects
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Director, Engineering Process Automation

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