Job Title:
Lead Engineer, Systems EngineeringJob Description:
The Role:
The Lead Engineer, Automation and Control (A&C), is responsible for delivering effective manufacturing automation solutions for the Fluid Management (FM) division at the Kaohsiung KSP-S site, reporting directly to the System Engineering Manager. This position plays a critical role in supporting FM manufacturing at the KSP-S site through the design, implementation, and ownership of robust automation and IoT systems. By combining expertise in control systems, manufacturing systems integration, and IT/OT technologies, the Lead Engineer drives improvements in A&C system stability, operational visibility, and overall equipment effectiveness. These solutions enable actionable manufacturing insights, reduce downtime, enhance product quality, and deliver sustainable, measurable business results.
In this role you will:
A&C System Ownership: Oversee and maintain the existing manufacturing A&C system within FM at the KSP-S site. Implement standardized manufacturing A&C solutions across the FM division by leveraging industry best practices and learnings from other Entegris sites. Identify system performance bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and deviations, and develop actionable insights to drive measurable improvements in overall system performance.
Project Leadership: Manage A&C requests from users and deliver solutions that meet their requirements. Coordinate internal and external resources. Promote manufacturing A&C initiatives. Manage continuous improvement and capital projects related to A&C solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Documentation & Knowledge Management: Administer system archiving, documentation, and drawings, ensuring the accuracy, quality, and traceability of all changes. Develop detailed step-by-step instructions for system acceptance, validation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
System Integrity and Compliance: Ensure system accessibility and security, and maintain interfaces with other manufacturing applications such as SAP, SPC, and MES to uphold data integrity. Ensure full compliance with corporate and industry standards throughout the system lifecycle.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Report and track key performance indicators (KPIs), ensure sustained results, and identify further improvement opportunities.
Less than 10% travel is required.
Traits we believe make a strong candidate:
Bachelor’s degree in Automation and Control Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in manufacturing automation (preferred)
3+ years of experience in the injection molding or blow molding industry (a plus)
Proven experience leading automation projects and working with cross‑functional teams.
Strong knowledge of IoT and Industry 4.0 technologies, SCADA applications, Python programming, and SQL scripting
Understanding of SPC tools, Management of Change (MOC), and New Product Introduction (NPI)
Proficient in English communication
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Automation and Control Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing automation
- 3+ years of experience in the injection molding or blow molding industry
- Experience leading automation projects and working with cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of IoT and Industry 4.0 technologies
- Experience with SCADA applications
- Python programming and SQL scripting skills
- Understanding of SPC tools, Management of Change, and New Product Introduction
- Proficient English communication skills
Entegris Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Entegris and has not been reviewed or approved by Entegris.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive or slightly above industry standards in several roles, with some calling compensation very fair or great. Feedback suggests overtime opportunities in certain manufacturing roles further enhance earnings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a strong company 401(k) match and additional savings vehicles that employees value. Feedback suggests these offerings meaningfully bolster total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies are described as good, with PTO that can increase with tenure and unlimited PTO available in some roles. Paid parental leave and holidays add to the overall breadth.
Entegris Insights
What We Do
Artificial intelligence, augmented reality, Internet of Things – these are not just trends, they are drivers changing the way people live across the globe. With these new drivers and the increasing speed of innovation, there comes an expectation for higher-quality, higher-performing technologies at a faster pace. Every day, and for more than 50 years, Entegris’ singular mission has been to help customers utilize our advanced science-based solutions to support demand drivers; to innovate faster and more efficiently; and ultimately to transform the world. Through the power of our solutions and technology expertise, Entegris provides customers with innovative, science-based solutions to their toughest technology challenges. Headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, Entegris employs approximately 5,800 people worldwide, with roughly half employed in Asia-Pacific or Europe. With research and development, customer service, analytical labs, and manufacturing in Asia-Pacific, North America and Europe, Entegris supports customers around the globe as they take technology to the next level.
