About SHL Medical
SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs. Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the Unites States.
Job Overview
This role is embedded in the Automation Technology Group within our Global Operations Engineering team in Taiwan. As a
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Automation & Control), you will be the lead technical specialist for the PLC and control systems driving our high-volume automated production lines. Your role focuses on hands-on programming and implementation alongside operational oversight, ensuring all manufacturing lines achieve maximum reliability while adhering to strict regulatory requirements.
Main Responsibilities
- Improve system & equipment reliability for the core processes to meet all customer, business & regulatory requirements
- Lead control engineering responsibility for automated production lines and corresponding processes within our production network
- Support the development of new automated production lines as lead SME for automation/control engineering
- Collaborate closely with shop floor production technicians, equipment builders and maintenance, quality and process development on performance/process improvements and trouble shooting
- Development improvements and solutions for control/software related issues of existing automated production lines
- Root cause analysis and solution development support for external automation equipment vendors / service teams
- Support for manufacturing acceptance of new assembly lines / automated processes in regular production and the digitization of our existing production infrastructure
Minimum Qualifications
- Degree in Automation/Control Engineering or similar
- Several years of hands-on experience in programming PLC/IPC and SCADA systems, preferably for highly automated high-volume production setups
- Hands-on experience in designing and implementing data acquisition frameworks for health monitoring automation systems
- Familiar with Siemens PLC based systems, high-speed actuators (servo motor, CAM rotary tables) and digital/analogue sensors (encoders, force gauges, vision systems)
- Knowledge of common problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies
- Passionate & committed self-starter with can do attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
- Ability to work independent with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness and cost
- Intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills
Preferred Qualifications (nice To Have)
- Knowledge of PLC systems such as Beckhoff IPCs (TwinCAT), Schneider, EcoStruxure, Rockwell/AB PLCs is a plus.
- Knowledge of Python, C++ and SQL programming is a plus
- Previous exposure to a highly regulated industry (e.g. medical, pharmaceutical) and knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. ISO13485, cGMP) is a plus
Language Skills
- Must have: Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal, written)
- Nice to have: Ability to communicate in Mandarin is a major plus
We Offer
- Challenging assignments in a fast-growing and innovative industry.
- A multicultural team and modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
- A place where we take pride in the inclusive and collaborative environment we have built - one where a true sense of belonging fosters meaningful exchange and shared growth.
- Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization.
Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality Then we look forward to receiving your application to our Talent Acquisition Department.For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com/careers
Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this position. 
