**Job Summary:** Reporting to the Process Engineering Manager, the objective of this role is to work in a team of engineers to support the daily operation of the CPS Japan concentrate plant and execute automation/digitization projects drive safety, quality and productivity in plant operation. This role is to support technical aspects of the Liquids / Dry Parts Value work-stream from a core, automation engineering-based skillset, associated with Batch, PLC and SCADA systems. **KEY** **DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Prioritized Responsibilities** **% of Time** **Support Shop floor control system, building management system and ASRS (if any) operation** + Work closely with vendor helpdesk for software related issues and propose solution if necessary + Prepare troubleshooting report, conduct training to engineering and operations personnel to prevent future occurrence + Propose and carry out corrective / preventive maintenance for control systems + Develop comprehensive Obsolescence profiles for hardware and software systems. + Perform routine checks to monitor equipment operating parameters, prompt updating onto monitoring system to ensure operations are within control specifications. 30% **Execute Automation Projects** + Draft user requirement specifications for automation projects + Develop software codes for minor process improvement projects + Liaise with equipment vendors to ensure compliance to specifications (e.g. attend kick-off meetings, Factory Acceptance tests, etc.) + Direct and monitor vendor activities during site installation and commissioning to ensure system is delivered as per design documents + Ensures that the operations and activities carried out are in accordance with the duties and responsibilities for EHS as specified by Company Policy and relevant statutory provisions. 40% Take ownership and lead the development, agreement and execution of cross functional resolution plans in order to address gaps in throughput, quality, safety and environmental metrics. 20% Keep track of automation hardware and software obsolescence profiles and develop LCM plan together with automation/engineering manager for the site . 10% **QUALIFICATIONS / COMPENTENCIES / SKILLS:** + Degree in Electrical / Automation Engineering or equivalent + Language: Native Japanese and Intermediate level of English + Computer literacy in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word **Skills:** Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML); Cascading Style Sheets (CSS); Analytical Thinking; Chatbots; Customer Service; Algorithms; Data Modeling; Natural Language Processing (NLP); Agile Methodology; Group Problem Solving; Oral Communications; Server-Side Development; Azure Bot Service; JavaScript; Written Communication; Artificial Intelligence Technologies; Data Mining; Teamwork; Adaptability; Self-Starter; Machine Learning Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:5 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.