Manufacturing Engineering Assistant

Date PostedJune 4, 2026LocationSingaporeCompanySCHLUMBERGER OILFIELD (S) PTE LTDSalary$2,700 to $4,000 MonthlyTypePermanent

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Assistant leads the implementation of manufacturing processes and LEAN initiatives using Six Sigma tools. This role oversees process standards, trains shop floor personnel, and monitors key performance metrics. Additionally, the individual is responsible for resolving complex manufacturing problems, troubleshooting quality issues, and supporting equipment maintenance and calibration activities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing process implementation and LEAN initiatives
  • Monitor production metrics and ensure SWI compliance
  • Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate preventive maintenance
  • Perform root cause analysis and quality notifications
  • Support tooling calibration and equipment validation

Required Skills

  • Diploma/Higher NITEC in Engineering
  • 3+ years manufacturing experience
  • Lean Six Sigma and SAP knowledge
  • Technical drawing/schematic interpretation
  • Electrical/Mechanical troubleshooting

Job Details

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: 1. Production & Process Support - Assist Manufacturing Engineers in daily production support activities. - Implement process improvements to achieve manufacturing excellence in areas such as process yield (e.g. First Pass Yield, Rolled Throughput Yield), cycle time reduction, and productivity. - Provide shop floor feedback on product design and manufacturability issues to Engineering and DFMs (e.g. using Engineering Change Requests). - Review and sign-off on Engineering Change Orders (Change Actions) that impact Inventory, including product life cycle issues and obsolescence. - Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with standard work instructions/procedures (SWIs). 2. Equipment Maintenance and Tooling Calibration Support - Work with technicians and vendors for troubleshooting equipment to reduce downtime for production. - Support and coordinate preventive maintenance activities for Pressure Test Bay (PTB). - Assist in installation, qualification, and validation of new manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and tools. - Coordinate with Production Supervisor to identify the list of equipment due for calibration monthly and update records in SAP IMTE system. 3. Quality - Responsible for assisting with investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation for manufacturing quality issues. - Processing of Quality Notification (QN). 4. Electrical Competency - Experience with electrical/electronic equipment such as Continuity Tester, Power supplies, Soldering, and Signal Generators. - Experience in reviewing interface drawings and electrical circuit schematics. 5. Lean Six Sigma - Responsible for the implementation of key elements of Lean, such as standardized work instructions, work sequence (routing) optimization, Kaizen/5S workouts, pull processes, TPM (Total Preventive Maintenance), and changeover/batch-size optimization. Education and Prior Experience: - Education: Diploma or Higher NITEC in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical disciplines. - Experience: At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering support role. Key Competencies/Skillsets: - Basic understanding of manufacturing processes. - Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications. - Knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing. - Experience in equipment maintenance support and tooling calibration. - Experience working on SAP HANA is an advantage. - Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts is an advantage. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. - Knowledge of ergonomics, safety, and maintenance systems.