Control & Automation Engineer

ST Engineering Urban Solutions; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Engineering Urban Solutions in Hong Kong is seeking a Project Engineer to design, implement, test, integrate, and commission ISCS, SCADA, and PLC-based railway systems. The role requires hands-on engineering, stakeholder coordination, and timely delivery within quality targets.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in ISCS/SCADA/PLC, strong problem solving, and a proactive attitude to learn new technologies in a dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer/Mechatronics or related discipline.
• 1–2 years of experience in ISCS, SCADA, PLC programming, and industrial automation.
• Experience in system integration, testing, and commissioning.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and system hardening is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, integrate, and commission ISCS projects and related railway systems.
• Plan and execute factory and site testing, integration, and commissioning.
• Prepare engineering documentation, drawings, and interface documents.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis during testing and operations.
• Identify risks and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accountability & ownership

Analytical & troubleshooting

Communication & teamwork

Planning & prioritization

Independent work

Learning mindset

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer/Mechatronics engineering or related

Tools

SCADA systems

ISCS familiarity

PLC programming

Industrial automation

System integration

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our Rail Systems Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, testing, integration, and commissioning of Integrated Supervisory Control Systems (ISCS), SCADA, PLC, and related railway systems. This role requires a hands‑on engineer who can take ownership of technical issues, coordinate effectively with stakeholders, and ensure successful project delivery within schedule and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate is meticulous, proactive, committed to project milestones, and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. He/She should be willing to learn new technologies and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic project environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Engineering & System Implementation

• Design, implement, test, integrate, and commission Integrated Supervisory Control System (ISCS) projects and related railway systems.
• Perform system setup, installation, configuration, validation, and deployment activities for hardware and software platforms.
• Execute IT security-related implementations and validations, including but not limited to system hardening, security configuration, patch management, and compliance requirements.
• Implement PLC and SCADA projects from concept design through engineering, programming, testing, and commissioning.
• Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot SCADA, PLC, servers, workstations, networking equipment, and field devices.
• Manage hardware and software integration activities, including interfaces with other railway subsystems such as Signalling, Power SCADA, Communications, OCC, Depot Systems, AFC, and other relevant systems.

Testing, Integration & Commissioning

• Plan, coordinate, and execute factory testing, site testing, integration testing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure proper execution of engineering, integration, installation, and maintenance activities in accordance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Conduct technical verification and QA checks throughout project execution.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and issue resolution during testing and operational phases.

Engineering Documentation & Drawings

• Prepare, review, and maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, configuration records, testing procedures, method statements, and as-built documentation.
• Develop and update engineering drawings, system architecture diagrams, network diagrams, interface documents, wiring schematics, and technical specifications when required.
• Manage application software version control, programme change management, and hardware deployment documentation.

Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Liaise closely with customers, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and internal project teams to ensure effective project coordination and execution.
• Participate in technical discussions, design reviews, project meetings, and interface coordination meetings.
• Prepare project progress reports and provide updates to project stakeholders.
• Support planning activities and ensure project deliverables are completed according to approved schedules and milestones.

Ownership & Continuous Improvement

• Take ownership of technical issues and follow through until resolution, rather than only reporting problems.
• Investigate issues independently, coordinate relevant stakeholders, and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Proactively identify risks, potential project challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and actively participate in technical discussions, problem-solving sessions, and engineering reviews.
• Demonstrate strong commitment towards project quality, timelines, and successful project delivery.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience

• Preferably 1-2 years of relevant experience in:
  • ISCS Systems
  • SCADA Systems
  • PLC Programming
  • Industrial Automation
  • System Integration
  • Equipment Configuration
  • Testing & Commissioning

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of SCADA systems, PLC programming, industrial communication protocols, and system integration concepts.
• Familiarity with railway systems and safety-critical environments will be an advantage.
• Experience in system setup, configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity implementation, and system hardening practices is advantageous.
• Ability to read, interpret, and review:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Single-line diagrams
  • Network architecture diagrams
  • System architecture drawings
  • Interface control documents
  • Technical specifications

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work meticulously.
• High level of accountability and ownership of assigned tasks and issues.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow up proactively and drive issues to resolution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to articulate technical issues clearly and participate actively in technical brainstorming discussions.
• Good planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
• Strong commitment to project objectives, milestones, and deadlines.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, take on new challenges, and be exposed to different aspects of project execution.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a dynamic project environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Railway SCADA / ISCS projects.
• Experience with Siemens, Schneider, or equivalent PLC platforms.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850, OPC, DNP3, or similar.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards and secure system implementation practices.
• Experience in Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Site Acceptance Test (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of railway operational systems, OCC environments, and subsystem interfaces.