Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $200B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify and modernize every function of the dental practice through technology. As we expand our reach globally, Dandy is building the operating system for dental offices around the world—empowering clinicians and their teams with technology, innovation, and world-class support to achieve more for their practices, their people, and their patients.

About the Role

Dandy is hiring an Automation Engineer to join our rapidly expanding automation team. The role will be a hybrid role working with Dandy’s local vendors in Singapore as well as remote work. This role will focus on implementing and sustaining automation projects, by working in close collaboration with the manufacturing and automation teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechatronics and a hands-on approach to process engineering. The role is critical in developing, and deploying automated systems to achieve high-quality standards in the dental industry.

What You'll Do

• Manage the implementation of automation projects from concept to commissioning, including coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.

• Develop project plans and timelines to ensure projects are completed on time and within the manufacturing budget

• Coordinate equipment installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure systems meet design specifications and performance requirements.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the commissioning phase to minimize downtime and ensure successful project completion.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems into existing manufacturing processes.

• Provide training and support to operations teams on the use and maintenance of automated systems.

• Innovate factory processes, concepts, and design to enable an ideal automated manufacturing and measurement processes for Dandy’s products.

What We're Looking For

• B.S/M.S in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering; or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in project management and commissioning of automation systems in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong technical skills and ability to understand complex automation systems.

• Experience with injection molding tooling and other plastics manufacturing processes

• Experience with CNC machines, part fixturing, and integration with automated systems

• Experience with project management tools and techniques.

• Experience with managing automation vendors, spare parts and 3rd party support.

• Experience participating in FAT, SAT and machine buyoff at vendor sites.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of CPK, OEE, Yield and availability for machine metrics

Bonus Points For

• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.

• Experience with qualification of custom automation equipment

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards related to automation systems in the manufacturing industry.

• Experience with robotic systems integration, AOI and programming.

For full-time positions, Dandy offers a wide range of best-in-class, comprehensive, and inclusive benefits tailored to each country where we operate. Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.

Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals. If you require any accommodations for your interview or have any questions beforehand, rest assured that we will do everything we can to meet your needs. Visit Dandy Careers for more!